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Y817 XBV

2001 Triumph Tiger 955I

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

24,242 mi
Last recorded24,242 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Tiger 955I24,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY817 XBV
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 955I
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc
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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2025 24,242 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2023 22,691 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 22,674 miles

Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 21,114 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Fail 4 Nov 2021 21,114 miles

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

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2020 19,693 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 16,854 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 16,070 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2016 14,571 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 13,762 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2013 13,342 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2013 13,342 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 13,178 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 19 Apr 2011 12,538 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 12,538 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 10,478 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 May 2010 10,478 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 8,788 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 8,753 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 8,626 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 8,165 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger 955I?

Based on 1,899 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
1,014
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Drive chain excessively loose 6
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 5
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Y817 XBV is a 2001 Triumph Tiger 955I in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Tiger 955I models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 24,212 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 955I fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y817 XBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger 955I typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Triumph Tiger 955I is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y817 XBV registered?

Y817 XBV is a 2001 Triumph Tiger 955I, first registered on 5 April 2001.

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