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VU06 JTO

2006 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

41,849 mi
Last recorded41,849 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2006 Triumph Tiger21,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU06 JTO
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 41,849 miles

Front Tyre Perished

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2025 41,377 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Apr 2025 41,357 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 Mar 2025 41,280 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Apr 2024 40,531 miles

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

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 Apr 2024 40,511 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 39,698 miles

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

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2022 38,193 miles

Central Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 35,862 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2021 35,862 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 34,641 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 31,346 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 29,385 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 26,691 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 23,867 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 21,308 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 19,683 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 18,137 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 16,738 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 14,669 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 10,251 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 10,171 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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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VU06 JTO is a 2006 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VU06 JTO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU06 JTO registered?

VU06 JTO is a 2006 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 21 March 2006.

Is VU06 JTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU06 JTO shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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