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YJ09 YKF

2009 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

41,432 mi
Last recorded41,432 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Tiger18,438 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ09 YKF
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 41,432 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 39,644 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

slight engine oil leak

Pass 29 Jun 2024 32,912 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 32,858 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 57,020 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 32,490 miles

Coolant leak from radiator

Pass 19 Dec 2018 32,487 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 30,395 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 29,191 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 29,191 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 26,725 miles

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

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2014 23,614 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 19,558 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 15,108 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 14,442 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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YJ09 YKF is a 2009 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 YJ09 YKF, 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 YKF registered?

YJ09 YKF is a 2009 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 April 2009.

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