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VX05 EOZ

2005 Triumph Tiger

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

56,653 mi
Last recorded56,653 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Tiger23,022 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 EOZ
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 56,653 miles

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

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 8 May 2025 55,478 miles
Fail 3 May 2025 55,478 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 May 2024 54,219 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 54,017 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 53,549 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 50,984 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 45,948 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 44,091 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 42,019 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 40,970 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 39,158 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 37,222 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 32,591 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 29,320 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 27,365 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 May 2011 27,365 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 19,012 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 19,012 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 13,048 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 7,650 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2008 7,650 miles

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

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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VX05 EOZ is a 2005 Triumph Tiger in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VX05 EOZ, 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 VX05 EOZ registered?

VX05 EOZ is a 2005 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is VX05 EOZ safe to buy?

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