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WK53 BDX

2003 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

34,068 mi
Last recorded34,068 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK53 BDX
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2024 34,068 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2023 33,160 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 32,199 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 32,066 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 31,582 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2020 31,582 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected brake pedal not returning (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Upper Engine mounting/bracket missing engine mount bolt missing (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning headlight not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced tail light not working (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 29,268 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 25,832 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Dec 2018 25,832 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 23,117 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Jan 2017 22,180 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2015 20,129 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

fuel cap drain blocked

Pass 23 Oct 2014 17,164 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 16,913 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 16,451 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 15,310 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 13,951 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 12,419 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 11,279 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 10,219 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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WK53 BDX is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WK53 BDX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WK53 BDX registered?

WK53 BDX is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is WK53 BDX safe to buy?

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