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WK05 BZG

2005 Triumph Tiger

Orange Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

57,411 mi
Last recorded57,411 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Triumph Tiger23,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK05 BZG
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2005
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2022 57,411 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 54,537 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (both) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Oct 2021 54,537 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (both) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 50,326 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 42,498 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 41,480 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2018 41,480 miles

Brake performance not tested front and rear brakes binding (3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Mar 2017 39,417 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 36,455 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 35,627 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

centre stand slightly mishaped on o/s bracket

Pass 20 May 2014 35,627 miles

centre stand slightly mishaped on o/s bracket

Pass 30 May 2013 34,398 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 31,562 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 30,144 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 24,995 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 24,961 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2010 14,367 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 8,598 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 6,651 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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WK05 BZG is a 2005 Triumph Tiger in Orange with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 23,022 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 WK05 BZG, 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 21 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 WK05 BZG registered?

WK05 BZG is a 2005 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 20 April 2005.

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