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YX59 VUJ

2009 Triumph Tiger

Orange Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

20,248 mi
Last recorded20,248 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Tiger18,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX59 VUJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2009
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 20,248 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 20,050 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 19,613 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 19,143 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 18,626 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 16,826 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 16,811 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 13,798 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 13,719 miles

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

Headlamp mask fitted at time of test

Fail 20 Feb 2018 13,708 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2017 12,883 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 12,551 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 12,455 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 7,443 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 4,349 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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YX59 VUJ is a 2009 Triumph Tiger in Orange with a 1,050cc 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 YX59 VUJ, 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 YX59 VUJ registered?

YX59 VUJ is a 2009 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 9 September 2009.

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The MOT history for YX59 VUJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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