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GEL 355L

1997 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2015
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,080 mi
Last recorded12,080 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Triumph Tiger29,175 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEL 355L
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2014 12,080 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 12,080 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2012 12,037 miles

Oil leak

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

exposed wiring o/s rear

high beam warning light inop

petrol tank loose

pillion footrest removed at time of test

riders seat loose

Fail 1 Jun 2012 12,026 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Oil leak

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

exposed wiring o/s rear

high beam warning light inop

petrol tank loose

riders seat loose

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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GEL 355L is a 1997 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 29,175 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 GEL 355L, 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 29 years old, this Triumph Tiger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GEL 355L registered?

GEL 355L is a 1997 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 2 April 1997.

Is GEL 355L safe to buy?

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