Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Triumph Tiger 900 GT?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2021 Triumph Tiger 900 GT?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2021 Triumph Tiger 900 GT?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2021 Triumph Tiger 900 GT reliable?

Based on MOT data from 132 vehicles, the 2021 Triumph Tiger 900 GT has a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2021 Triumph Tiger 900 GT?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Triumph Tiger 900 GT (2021)

132 real MOT outcomes analysed • 94.3% first-time pass rate

2021 Triumph Tiger 900 GT

CarHunch analysed 132 real MOT records for the 2021 Triumph Tiger 900 GT. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.

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The 2021 Triumph Tiger 900 GT is a genuinely reliable motorcycle, with a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.3%—well ahead of the UK average of 80%—and only 4.5% of bikes ever presenting a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low. Nearly all failures are minor: this cohort averages just 0.11 failures per vehicle and 0.7 advisories, suggesting most bikes either pass cleanly or need only cosmetic fixes.

These bikes are running light for their age, with a median mileage of just 9,552 miles, which means you're looking at well-maintained examples that haven't been thrashed. If you're buying one, a pre-purchase inspection is still worth doing, but this data suggests the Tiger 900 GT is built to last—focus your check on wear items like tyres and brake pads rather than worrying about hidden structural problems.

We have limited data for the 2021 Triumph Tiger 900 GT — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

94.3%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

4.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.11

Over 2.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

10k

Middle half: 7k–13k

For context

These stats describe 132 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 132 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	131	94.2%	0.11

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Triumph Tiger 900 GT vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

9,552

typical

6,735

low mileage

12,919

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Triumph Tiger 900 GT vehicles fall between 6,735 and 12,919 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 6,735 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 6,735–12,919 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Triumph Tiger 900 GTs sit.

⚠ Over 17,440 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

2.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.11

Avg failures per vehicle

0.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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