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WX53 YBP

2003 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

25,223 mi
Last recorded25,223 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX53 YBP
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 25,223 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 23,353 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2023 21,855 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2023 21,855 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working Plug fallen off from switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2022 21,108 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 20,407 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 18,774 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 17,616 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2019 17,598 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 15,625 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 13,997 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 10,796 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 9,448 miles

drive chain requires lubricating

Pass 25 Nov 2014 8,492 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 6,553 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 5,203 miles

Drive chain needs lubrication!

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 4,840 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 4,434 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

tyres under inflated!

Pass 16 Feb 2007 4,273 miles

rear drive chain rusty-corroded!

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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WX53 YBP 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 89.5%.

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 WX53 YBP, 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 WX53 YBP registered?

WX53 YBP is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 24 October 2003.

Is WX53 YBP safe to buy?

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