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D498 YRD

1987 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

1,616 mi
Last recorded1,616 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Triumph Tiger10,634 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD498 YRD
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 1,616 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 1,529 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 1,471 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 1,403 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 1,403 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 1,214 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 1,068 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 7,792 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 7,595 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 7,178 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 6,364 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 6,205 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 6,099 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 4 May 2010 5,675 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 31 Jul 2007 5,653 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2006 4,743 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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D498 YRD is a 1987 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1987 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 10,634 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 D498 YRD, 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 39 years old, this Triumph Tiger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D498 YRD registered?

D498 YRD is a 1987 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 8 May 1987.

Is D498 YRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D498 YRD shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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