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KX56 HWL

2006 Triumph Tiger 1050

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

34,157 mi
Last recorded34,157 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Triumph Tiger 105023,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX56 HWL
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 34,157 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 33,853 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 33,410 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 31,978 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2017 31,978 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2016 30,679 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2016 30,679 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 26,129 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2016 26,129 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease both (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease both sides (3.2.A1k)

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

Fail 14 Oct 2014 24,585 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 24,585 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 23,435 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 19,385 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 19,382 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2010 16,112 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 13,256 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger 1050?

Based on 17,430 MOT tests across 1,483 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
1,229
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
1,483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 103
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 94
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 50
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 49
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KX56 HWL is a 2006 Triumph Tiger 1050 in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2006 Triumph Tiger 1050 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 23,301 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 1050 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KX56 HWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger 1050 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Triumph Tiger 1050 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KX56 HWL registered?

KX56 HWL is a 2006 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 18 September 2006.

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