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WK03 AOV

2003 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

76,652 mi
Last recorded76,652 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK03 AOV
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 76,652 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front discs worn. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front brake calipers could do with a service.

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

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 Jan 2026 76,637 miles

Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Upper Fork yoke insecure top nut loose (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front discs worn. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front brake calipers could do with a service.

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Upper Shock absorber insecurely attached not shock mount not attached. (5.3.2 (a) (i))

clutch cable adjuster nut not attached.

Pass 4 Oct 2024 75,319 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2024 75,075 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn swingarm/linkage worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear revs lift when rear brake applied

Pass 5 Apr 2023 71,101 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 66,254 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 60,770 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 56,060 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2018 47,932 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 47,932 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 42,389 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 41,345 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 39,789 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 39,789 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 39,079 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 36,743 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 31,585 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 24,044 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 15,086 miles

exh markings covered

Pass 7 Jun 2008 14,124 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 23 Jun 2007 11,538 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 7,853 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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WK03 AOV is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WK03 AOV, 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 WK03 AOV registered?

WK03 AOV is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 8 March 2003.

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