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X459 HRE

2001 Triumph Tiger

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,406 mi
Last recorded28,406 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Triumph Tiger25,815 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX459 HRE
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 28,406 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 25,857 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2024 23,436 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 21,728 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 18,351 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 16,624 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 15,587 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 14,167 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 12,956 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 11,548 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 10,413 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 10,113 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 9,393 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 9,393 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 15 Jul 2010 8,150 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 8,150 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 6,594 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 30 Jun 2009 6,594 miles

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Jun 2008 6,208 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2007 6,181 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 5,382 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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X459 HRE is a 2001 Triumph Tiger in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 25,815 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 X459 HRE, 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 25 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 X459 HRE registered?

X459 HRE is a 2001 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 13 February 2001.

Is X459 HRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for X459 HRE shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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