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YJ09 TYV

2009 Triumph Tiger

Orange Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

31,193 mi
Last recorded31,193 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Tiger18,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ09 TYV
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2009
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 31,193 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 19,383 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 18,400 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 18,235 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 18,194 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2022 18,194 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2021 17,839 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 17,259 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 16,480 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 15,943 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2016 14,261 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 12,835 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 10,195 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 7,208 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 7,208 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 6,801 miles

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

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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YJ09 TYV is a 2009 Triumph Tiger in Orange with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YJ09 TYV, 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 YJ09 TYV registered?

YJ09 TYV is a 2009 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 26 June 2009.

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The MOT history for YJ09 TYV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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