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YN53 KBJ

2003 Triumph Tiger

Orange Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

55,618 mi
Last recorded55,618 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN53 KBJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2022 55,618 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 55,385 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2019 53,825 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 52,782 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2018 52,782 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2017 50,396 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 48,972 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 47,538 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 45,131 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 43,783 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 43,776 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 28 Jul 2011 43,400 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Jul 2011 43,400 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Jun 2010 40,956 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 37,685 miles
Fail 25 May 2009 37,685 miles

Nearside Front Brake component is fractured (3.1.5)

Rear Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 5 Apr 2008 34,358 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 31,541 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 25,692 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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YN53 KBJ is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Orange with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 24,772 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 YN53 KBJ, 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 23 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YN53 KBJ registered?

YN53 KBJ is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 18 September 2003.

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