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Triumph Tiger

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 955 cc

Y248 SURMOT history

Y248 SUR is a black petrol Triumph Tiger first used on 15 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 7 May 2026 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 55,707 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 7 May 2026
Mileage
55,707 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2025
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,891 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y248 SUR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Triumph
Model
Tiger
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
955 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
15 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 May 2026
Latest MOT test
7 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y248 SUR was last recorded at 55,707 miles on 7 May 2025, 240 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,467 miles · 8 May 2024
Between the last two tests
240 miles
Average per year
1,891 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 55,707 miles
  • 2024 – 55,467 miles
  • 2023 – 55,246 miles
  • 2021 – 54,557 miles
  • 2018 – 53,820 miles
  • 2017 – 51,616 miles
  • 2016 – 47,415 miles
  • 2015 – 46,122 miles
  • 2014 – 43,760 miles
  • 2013 – 41,195 miles
  • 2012 – 39,094 miles
  • 2011 – 37,380 miles
  • 2010 – 33,063 miles
  • 2009 – 31,017 miles
  • 2008 – 27,128 miles
  • 2007 – 24,377 miles
  • 2006 – 20,336 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,707 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Drive chain slightly loose

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018

  • Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Exhaust silencer slightly loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play

    Major2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,707 miles (+240)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    55,707 miles
    Test number
    317169602171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass55,467 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    55,467 miles
    Test number
    928799098438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail55,464 miles (+218)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,464 miles
    Test number
    304945534162
    • DangerousStop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))
  4. Pass55,246 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    55,246 miles
    Test number
    881219931525
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber corroded
  5. Fail55,246 miles (+689)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,246 miles
    Test number
    764843028233
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber corroded
  6. Pass54,557 miles (+737)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    54,557 miles
    Test number
    752070752405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass53,820 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    53,820 miles
    Test number
    322374933693
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
  8. Fail53,816 miles (+14)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,816 miles
    Test number
    609208655025
    • MajorSteering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Fail53,802 miles (+2,186)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,802 miles
    Test number
    575386126160
    • MajorFront Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSteering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass51,616 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    51,616 miles
    Test number
    968462343049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail51,616 miles (+4,201)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,616 miles
    Test number
    889529020355
    • FailureDrive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)
    • FailureDrive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • FailureHandlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. Left hand side Grip and switch gear. (2.1.1c)
    • FailureIndicator switch insecure (1.5.4)
    • FailureThrottle operating incorrectly Not returning on full lock. (6.2.1f)
  12. Pass47,415 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    47,415 miles
    Test number
    142884556982
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Front drive
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
  13. Fail47,415 miles (+1,293)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,415 miles
    Test number
    690301149236
    • FailureRear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Front drive
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
  14. Pass46,122 miles (+2,362)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    46,122 miles
    Test number
    823301123201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,760 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    43,760 miles
    Test number
    546849474278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail43,709 miles (+2,514)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,709 miles
    Test number
    656690364241
    • FailureFront Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
  17. Pass41,195 miles (+2,101)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    41,195 miles
    Test number
    986774753266
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
  18. Pass39,094 miles (+1,714)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    39,094 miles
    Test number
    568310872253
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
  19. Pass37,380 miles (+4,317)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    37,380 miles
    Test number
    327076761436
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
  20. Pass33,063 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    33,063 miles
    Test number
    590975960206
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
    • NoteClutch cable frayed
    • NoteFront brakes bind slightly
  21. Fail33,063 miles (+2,046)1 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,063 miles
    Test number
    942935160258
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)
    • NoteClutch cable frayed
    • NoteFront brakes bind slightly
  22. Pass31,017 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    31,017 miles
    Test number
    724391779272
    • NoteCoolant leak
  23. Fail31,017 miles (+3,889)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,017 miles
    Test number
    880711179246
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)
    • NoteCoolant leak
  24. Pass27,128 miles (+2,751)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    27,128 miles
    Test number
    613004258261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,377 miles (+4,041)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    24,377 miles
    Test number
    292265337298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass20,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    20,336 miles
    Test number
    152154236232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail20,336 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,336 miles
    Test number
    232474236272
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Questions about Y248 SUR

Does Y248 SUR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y248 SUR expired on 7 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y248 SUR?
The MOT on Y248 SUR expired on 7 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y248 SUR done?
Y248 SUR was recorded at 55,707 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2025, an average of 1,891 miles a year.
Has Y248 SUR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y248 SUR has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on Y248 SUR ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on Y248 SUR find?
Y248 SUR passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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