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TY05 GER

2005 Triumph Tiger

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

8,366 mi
Last recorded8,366 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Tiger23,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTY05 GER
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 8,366 miles
Pass 24 May 2025 7,985 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 7,665 miles

Offside Front Headlamp flash/ pass switch innop

Pass 19 Oct 2021 7,650 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 7,612 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2020 7,612 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

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

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

Pass 23 May 2019 7,240 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 7,138 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 7,007 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 6,873 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 6,800 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 6,606 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 6,277 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 5,980 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 5,980 miles

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

Fail 6 Apr 2011 5,433 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 5,433 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 5,240 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 4,910 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 2,662 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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TY05 GER 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 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 TY05 GER, 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 TY05 GER registered?

TY05 GER is a 2005 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 16 April 2005.

Is TY05 GER safe to buy?

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