CarVerify

Free Car Check

DSC 838S

1978 Triumph Tiger

Yellow Petrol 750cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

17,240 mi
Last recorded17,240 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1978 Triumph Tiger14,748 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSC 838S
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 17,240 miles

exhaust noisey

Pass 5 May 2017 16,987 miles

Exhausts noisey

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 May 2016 16,503 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 16,371 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 15,802 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 15,600 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 15,429 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 15,429 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 14,779 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 133,324 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 13,320 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 May 2008 12,043 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 11,019 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 9,048 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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
Full Triumph Tiger reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DSC 838S is a 1978 Triumph Tiger in Yellow with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DSC 838S, 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

How do I check the history of DSC 838S?

You can check the full history of DSC 838S by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DSC 838S registered?

DSC 838S is a 1978 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 25 April 1978.

Is DSC 838S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DSC 838S shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DSC 838S have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DSC 838S. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.