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YX03 ETR

2003 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

40,011 mi
Last recorded40,011 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX03 ETR
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 40,011 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2026 39,971 miles

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

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Mar 2025 35,423 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2023 35,143 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2023 35,117 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 10 May 2022 35,035 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2021 35,020 miles

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

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

Fail 14 May 2021 35,012 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2019 34,655 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 33,558 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 33,053 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 31,929 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 31,331 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 29,403 miles

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Pass 27 Jun 2013 28,604 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 28,604 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 May 2012 26,736 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 24,092 miles

rear brake starting to bind.

Pass 22 May 2010 20,756 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 19,215 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 15,620 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2007 9,719 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 7,184 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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YX03 ETR is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 YX03 ETR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YX03 ETR registered?

YX03 ETR is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 10 March 2003.

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