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ESU 550

1987 Triumph Tiger Cub

Red Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

4,248 mi
Last recorded4,248 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESU 550
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Cub
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2018 4,248 miles

Rear tyre perishing in treads

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 3,663 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 3,012 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 2,249 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 2,249 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 1,384 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 665 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 444 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 444 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2006 266 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger Cub?

Based on 3,073 MOT tests across 770 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
61
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
770
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 8
Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 8
Headlamp aim too low 7
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ESU 550 is a 1987 Triumph Tiger Cub in Red with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Triumph Tiger Cub fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ESU 550, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger Cub typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 39 years old, this Triumph Tiger Cub is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ESU 550?

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What year was ESU 550 registered?

ESU 550 is a 1987 Triumph Tiger Cub, first registered on 22 December 1987.

Is ESU 550 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESU 550 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ESU 550 have outstanding finance?

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