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ABJ 392S

1978 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2,896 mi
Last recorded2,896 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2019
Typical for 1978 Triumph Tiger14,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABJ 392S
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2019 2,896 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 1,408 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 13,959 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 13,959 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 1,096 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 3 May 2013 712 miles

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

Pass 3 May 2013 712 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2012 442 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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ABJ 392S is a 1978 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 14,748 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 ABJ 392S, 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 48 years old, this Triumph Tiger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ABJ 392S registered?

ABJ 392S is a 1978 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 7 June 1978.

Is ABJ 392S safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABJ 392S shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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