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OU04 VTY

2004 Triumph Tiger

Orange Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

76,867 mi
Last recorded76,867 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2022
Typical for 2004 Triumph Tiger24,815 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU04 VTY
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2022 76,867 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 76,225 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 75,436 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 75,193 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 75,193 miles

Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 16 Jun 2017 75,168 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2016 74,648 miles

1 taillight bulb inoperable, twin bulbs fitted as standard

Fail 8 Jun 2016 74,648 miles

1 taillight bulb inoperable, twin bulbs fitted as standard

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

Rear Seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 22 May 2015 73,888 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2015 73,888 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2013 73,635 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)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 70,192 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2012 212,003 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 68,790 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 68,767 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 59,827 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 45,404 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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OU04 VTY is a 2004 Triumph Tiger in Orange with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2004 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 24,815 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 OU04 VTY, 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 22 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OU04 VTY registered?

OU04 VTY is a 2004 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 7 August 2004.

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