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V5 DKJ

2006 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

36,029 mi
Last recorded36,029 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Triumph Tiger21,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV5 DKJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 36,029 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2026 36,029 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2025 32,670 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 31,343 miles

oil leak not excessive

Pass 11 Jan 2023 29,228 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 26,421 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 25,980 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 23,723 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2019 19,873 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 19,454 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 18,980 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 17,745 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2014 17,385 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 17,385 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 16,323 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 17 Apr 2013 16,323 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 14,522 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 11,016 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 9,930 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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V5 DKJ is a 2006 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2006 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 21,726 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 V5 DKJ, 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 20 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V5 DKJ registered?

V5 DKJ is a 2006 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 July 2006.

Is V5 DKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V5 DKJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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