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VX56 GDU

2007 Triumph Tiger 1050

Orange Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

40,373 mi
Last recorded40,373 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Triumph Tiger 105020,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX56 GDU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2007
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 40,373 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 39,162 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 37,029 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 35,668 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2023 35,644 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Nov 2021 34,043 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 33,476 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2020 32,905 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 31,521 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 28,983 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 27,009 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Feb 2017 27,007 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2016 23,856 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2016 23,856 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 22,952 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 19,368 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2012 17,268 miles

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 17,268 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 16,119 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 12,215 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 9,463 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger 1050?

Based on 17,430 MOT tests across 1,483 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
1,229
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
1,483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 103
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 94
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 50
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 49
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VX56 GDU is a 2007 Triumph Tiger 1050 in Orange with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2007 Triumph Tiger 1050 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 20,462 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 1050 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX56 GDU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger 1050 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 19 years old, this Triumph Tiger 1050 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX56 GDU registered?

VX56 GDU is a 2007 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 3 January 2007.

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