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SV05 EKY

2005 Triumph Tiger

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

37,885 mi
Last recorded37,885 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Tiger23,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV05 EKY
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2025 37,885 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 37,813 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 37,685 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 37,575 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 37,311 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 37,140 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 37,140 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 36,971 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 36,960 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 36,502 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 36,042 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 33,694 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 32,757 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 32,069 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2013 32,069 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 28,377 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 26,331 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 23,802 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 21,200 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 15,011 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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SV05 EKY is a 2005 Triumph Tiger in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SV05 EKY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SV05 EKY registered?

SV05 EKY is a 2005 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 11 April 2005.

Is SV05 EKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV05 EKY shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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