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YJ05 GMU

2005 Triumph Tiger

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

42,211 mi
Last recorded42,211 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Triumph Tiger23,022 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ05 GMU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 42,211 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 42,123 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 41,532 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering slightly chaffing from lock to lock

Fail 30 Jul 2022 41,523 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Central Lower Exhaust mounting bolt missing

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering slightly chaffing from lock to lock

Pass 24 Apr 2021 41,427 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 40,302 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 39,760 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 39,035 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 38,289 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 37,417 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 36,061 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 35,505 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 35,257 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 29,960 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 24,857 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 20,155 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 17,500 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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YJ05 GMU is a 2005 Triumph Tiger in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2005 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 23,022 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 YJ05 GMU, 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 21 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YJ05 GMU registered?

YJ05 GMU is a 2005 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is YJ05 GMU safe to buy?

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