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WA53 CYK

2003 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

66,527 mi
Last recorded66,527 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 CYK
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2024 66,527 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 65,015 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 63,183 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2021 60,963 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2019 58,106 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2019 58,096 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort discs worn (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 54,242 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 54,199 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 51,016 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2017 51,016 miles

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

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Fail 10 Mar 2017 51,003 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 49,983 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 49,060 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 40,420 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 32,023 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2009 21,124 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 11,372 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 4,619 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 4,259 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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WA53 CYK is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 24,772 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 WA53 CYK, 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 23 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WA53 CYK registered?

WA53 CYK is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is WA53 CYK safe to buy?

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