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BAS 517

1962 Triumph Tiger 100

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

2,582 mi
Last recorded2,582 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2020
Typical for 1962 Triumph Tiger 1008,405 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAS 517
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 100
Year1962
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2020 2,582 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 2,390 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 2,056 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 1,887 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 1,641 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 1,620 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 1,589 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 1,560 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 1,401 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 1,386 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 1,361 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 1,338 miles

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

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger 100?

Based on 2,049 MOT tests across 354 vehicles.

90.6%
Pass Rate
203
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
354
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Horn not working 6
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
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BAS 517 is a 1962 Triumph Tiger 100 in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1962 Triumph Tiger 100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.3% with a typical mileage of 8,405 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 100 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BAS 517, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger 100 typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 64 years old, this Triumph Tiger 100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BAS 517?

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What year was BAS 517 registered?

BAS 517 is a 1962 Triumph Tiger 100, first registered on 2 April 1962.

Is BAS 517 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAS 517 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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