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SN55 CEV

2005 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

24,656 mi
Last recorded24,656 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Tiger23,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN55 CEV
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 24,656 miles

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

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

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

Fail 4 Aug 2026 24,656 miles

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2025 24,602 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2024 24,451 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2023 24,393 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 24,206 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2020 23,609 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2019 23,231 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2018 22,843 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2017 22,056 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 20,218 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 19,490 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 17,844 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 14,748 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 13,233 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 9,421 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 9,420 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 6,770 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 6,770 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 2,995 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
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SN55 CEV is a 2005 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 SN55 CEV, 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 SN55 CEV registered?

SN55 CEV is a 2005 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 3 September 2005.

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