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BWR 416S

1978 Triumph Tiger

Multi-colour Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

170 mi
Last recorded170 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph Tiger14,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWR 416S
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1978
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2018 170 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 64 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 55 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 55 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 27 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 54,517 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 54,292 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 54,046 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 53,826 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 53,805 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Oct 2008 53,328 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 53,037 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 52,768 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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BWR 416S is a 1978 Triumph Tiger in Multi-colour with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BWR 416S, 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.

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What year was BWR 416S registered?

BWR 416S is a 1978 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 26 June 1978.

Is BWR 416S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWR 416S shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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