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659 HLV

1997 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

12,397 mi
Last recorded12,397 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2014
Typical for 1997 Triumph Tiger29,175 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration659 HLV
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 20 Nov 2014 12,397 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 20 Nov 2014 12,397 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 11,287 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 10,688 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 10,688 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 9,870 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 8,836 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2009 8,836 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 7 Nov 2008 6,559 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 5,878 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 24,520 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Fail 2 Nov 2005 18,851 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 2 Nov 2005 18,851 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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659 HLV is a 1997 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 29,175 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 659 HLV, 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 29 years old, this Triumph Tiger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 659 HLV registered?

659 HLV is a 1997 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 3 September 1997.

Is 659 HLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 659 HLV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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