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XLZ 6523

2009 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

48,564 mi
Last recorded48,564 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Tiger18,438 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXLZ 6523
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 48,564 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 48,398 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2024 47,505 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 46,156 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 46,043 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 45,876 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2020 45,864 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak front stanchion (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2019 44,903 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 5 Feb 2019 44,903 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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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XLZ 6523 is a 2009 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 18,438 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 XLZ 6523, 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 17 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 XLZ 6523 registered?

XLZ 6523 is a 2009 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 August 2009.

Is XLZ 6523 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XLZ 6523 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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