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YU05 TZG

2005 Triumph Tiger

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

20,254 mi
Last recorded20,254 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Triumph Tiger23,022 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU05 TZG
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2023 20,254 miles

Brake binding but not excessively front brake (1.2.1 (f))

Brake binding but not excessively rear brake (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 3 Oct 2023 20,244 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock Horn fouling on steering movement (2.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Offside chain ajuster incorrectly fitted

Oil leak from one of the oil cooler pipes

Fail 25 Sep 2021 20,227 miles

Brake performance not tested Advised on excessive fluctuation (1.2.1 (g))

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Front brake banjo bolt corroded ns and os

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

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

Oil cooler pipes corroded, one pipe leaking

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 20,065 miles

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

Pass 13 Sep 2018 19,645 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 19,274 miles

Offside Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 6 Jul 2017 19,274 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 18,469 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 18,467 miles

Centre Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 May 2015 18,064 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 18,064 miles

Centre Front Upper Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Offside Rear Lower Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 17 Mar 2014 17,224 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2013 9,327 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 9,287 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 3 Sep 2010 8,811 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2009 7,162 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 5,966 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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YU05 TZG is a 2005 Triumph Tiger in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 YU05 TZG, 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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YU05 TZG is a 2005 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 15 April 2005.

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