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VX53 VUY

2004 Triumph Tiger

Red Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

34,324 mi
Last recorded34,324 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2023
Typical for 2004 Triumph Tiger24,815 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 VUY
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2023 34,324 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2023 34,324 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 30,519 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2022 30,519 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 29,921 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2021 29,921 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 May 2020 29,238 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 25,139 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 23,977 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 20,463 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 20,016 miles

slight damage to center of rear tyre

Pass 2 Mar 2011 17,561 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 16,745 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 12,362 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 11,481 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 9,449 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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VX53 VUY is a 2004 Triumph Tiger in Red with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2004 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 24,815 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 VX53 VUY, 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 22 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 VX53 VUY registered?

VX53 VUY is a 2004 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 February 2004.

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The MOT history for VX53 VUY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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