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E997 ELK

1987 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

29,871 mi
Last recorded29,871 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2023
Typical for 1987 Triumph Tiger10,634 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE997 ELK
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2023 29,871 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 29,807 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 29,737 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 29,635 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 29,504 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 29,434 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 29,327 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 29,324 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2013 29,324 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2012 29,309 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 20 Apr 2012 29,309 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 28,859 miles

slight bind to front brake

Pass 24 Sep 2009 28,190 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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E997 ELK is a 1987 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 E997 ELK, 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 E997 ELK registered?

E997 ELK is a 1987 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 7 August 1987.

Is E997 ELK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E997 ELK 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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