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VX56 GGK

2006 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,571 mi
Last recorded33,571 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2021
Typical for 2006 Triumph Tiger21,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX56 GGK
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2021 33,571 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 33,067 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 31,763 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 30,956 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 29,335 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 26,760 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2016 26,760 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

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

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font and slightly to small (6.3.4d)

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 May 2015 23,716 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 17,689 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2014 17,688 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2013 11,675 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

lh rider foot rest damaged

Pass 3 Jan 2012 6,365 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2012 6,365 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 3,882 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 2,016 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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VX56 GGK is a 2006 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VX56 GGK, 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.

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What year was VX56 GGK registered?

VX56 GGK is a 2006 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 8 December 2006.

Is VX56 GGK safe to buy?

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