CarVerify

Free Car Check

SL59 HHN

2009 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 1050cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

19,849 mi
Last recorded19,849 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Triumph Tiger18,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL59 HHN
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 19,849 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 15,062 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2023 15,032 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Fail 6 Jul 2023 15,031 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 16 May 2022 13,574 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 12,186 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2021 12,186 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

horn insecure

Pass 22 Jun 2020 10,218 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 30 May 2019 5,910 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 3,737 miles

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 3,433 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 3,285 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2013 2,202 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger?

Based on 196,853 MOT tests across 24,469 vehicles.

90.6%
Pass Rate
1,327
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
24,469
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 812
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 793
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 629
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 374
Headlamp aim too low 304
Full Triumph Tiger reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SL59 HHN is a 2009 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2009 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 18,438 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Tiger fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 812 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SL59 HHN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 17 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SL59 HHN?

You can check the full history of SL59 HHN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SL59 HHN registered?

SL59 HHN is a 2009 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 16 October 2009.

Is SL59 HHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL59 HHN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SL59 HHN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SL59 HHN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.