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FVV 241T

1979 Triumph Tiger

Red Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

28,350 mi
Last recorded28,350 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2017
Typical for 1979 Triumph Tiger19,179 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVV 241T
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2017 28,350 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2016 27,907 miles

Rear Brake slightly binding

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2015 27,907 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 27,907 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 27,712 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 27,454 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 27,072 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 26,686 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 26,415 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 25,792 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 24,968 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 24,833 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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FVV 241T is a 1979 Triumph Tiger in Red with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 19,179 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 FVV 241T, 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 47 years old, this Triumph Tiger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FVV 241T registered?

FVV 241T is a 1979 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 11 April 1979.

Is FVV 241T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVV 241T shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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