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V403 UBD

1999 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,036 mi
Last recorded71,036 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Tiger28,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV403 UBD
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 71,036 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2025 68,073 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2024 64,799 miles

Chain guard slightly loose (6.1.7 (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 61,931 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 58,750 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2021 58,750 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 56,833 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 53,501 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 53,422 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2013 50,357 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 49,878 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 46,024 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2011 46,024 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2010 43,101 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 40,668 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 40,649 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 May 2008 37,355 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 28,318 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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V403 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 28,742 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 V403 UBD, 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 27 years old, this Triumph Tiger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V403 UBD registered?

V403 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 6 December 1999.

Is V403 UBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V403 UBD shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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