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GGJ 181T

1979 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,307 mi
Last recorded32,307 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 1979 Triumph Tiger19,179 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGJ 181T
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 32,307 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 32,301 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 32,232 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 32,133 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 31,947 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 30,888 miles

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

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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GGJ 181T is a 1979 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GGJ 181T, 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 GGJ 181T registered?

GGJ 181T is a 1979 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 7 April 1979.

Is GGJ 181T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GGJ 181T shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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