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TIG 4955

2005 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

32,225 mi
Last recorded32,225 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Triumph Tiger23,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTIG 4955
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 32,225 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 30,909 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 29,619 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2023 27,402 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2023 27,402 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 25,041 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 23,794 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 20,955 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 20,949 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 20,684 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 20,224 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 19,754 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 18,549 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 16,709 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2012 16,709 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 13,006 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 11,153 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Jan 2009 7,103 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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TIG 4955 is a 2005 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 TIG 4955, 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 TIG 4955 registered?

TIG 4955 is a 2005 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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