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VX05 SUO

2005 Triumph Tiger

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

70,986 mi
Last recorded70,986 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Tiger23,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 SUO
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 70,986 miles
Fail 23 May 2026 70,981 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2025 70,096 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2025 70,089 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 69,880 miles

slight oil leak on engine

Fail 26 Jun 2024 69,855 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

oil leak on engine excessive

Pass 8 Jul 2022 69,175 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 69,175 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2020 69,146 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 68,006 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2017 64,147 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 64,146 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2016 60,321 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 60,321 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2015 52,536 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 52,536 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 45,188 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2014 44,732 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 32,849 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 23,861 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2011 13,641 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 11,478 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 30 Jun 2010 11,478 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 May 2009 5,098 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 3,089 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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 SUO is a 2005 Triumph Tiger in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 SUO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX05 SUO registered?

VX05 SUO is a 2005 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 June 2005.

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