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SN05 KJY

2005 Triumph Tiger

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

42,010 mi
Last recorded42,010 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Tiger23,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN05 KJY
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 42,010 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 41,699 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 41,320 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 40,402 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2021 39,371 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2020 38,384 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2019 37,469 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 32,660 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 30,594 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 28,218 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2014 25,357 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 21,463 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 19,654 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 17,159 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 16,625 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Jul 2009 13,321 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 13,070 miles

Headlamp aim on line

Fail 8 Aug 2008 13,070 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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
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SN05 KJY is a 2005 Triumph Tiger in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 23,022 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SN05 KJY, 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 21 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SN05 KJY registered?

SN05 KJY is a 2005 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 12 August 2005.

Is SN05 KJY safe to buy?

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