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142 XUR

2008 Triumph Tiger Cub

Black Petrol 199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

6,800 mi
Last recorded6,800 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2015
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Vehicle Details

Registration142 XUR
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Cub
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine199cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2015 6,800 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 6,699 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2013 6,675 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 6,675 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 6,672 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 6,408 miles

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.5a)

Pass 21 Jan 2010 6,408 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 5,966 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 5,609 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger Cub?

Based on 3,073 MOT tests across 770 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
61
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
770
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 8
Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 8
Headlamp aim too low 7
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142 XUR is a 2008 Triumph Tiger Cub in Black with a 199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

The most common reason a Triumph Tiger Cub fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 142 XUR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger Cub typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Tiger Cub is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 142 XUR registered?

142 XUR is a 2008 Triumph Tiger Cub, first registered on 2 October 2008.

Is 142 XUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 142 XUR shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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