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VU56 RGZ

2006 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

36,848 mi
Last recorded36,848 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Triumph Tiger21,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU56 RGZ
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 36,848 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Jan 2025 36,811 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2024 36,290 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2024 36,285 miles

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

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated Corrosion (1.1.13 (b))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 32,384 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 22,565 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 18,278 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 15,287 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 15,029 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 14,930 miles

offside headlight not working on dip

Pass 7 Apr 2016 14,593 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 12,535 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2013 12,535 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Fail 11 Sep 2012 11,021 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 11,021 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 9,851 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 8,084 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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VU56 RGZ is a 2006 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 VU56 RGZ, 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 VU56 RGZ registered?

VU56 RGZ is a 2006 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 20 October 2006.

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