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L279 YTL

1994 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,264 mi
Last recorded18,264 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2024
Typical for 1994 Triumph Tiger33,780 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL279 YTL
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2024 18,264 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 18,268 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 18,117 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 31 Aug 2021 18,023 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 17,960 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 17,945 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 17,945 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 17,014 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2017 16,843 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2017 16,843 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2016 16,773 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2016 16,773 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 15,381 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 13,561 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 12,256 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 12,216 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 12,082 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 12,074 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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L279 YTL is a 1994 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1994 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.0% with a typical mileage of 33,780 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L279 YTL, 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 32 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 L279 YTL registered?

L279 YTL is a 1994 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 3 June 1994.

Is L279 YTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L279 YTL shows 18 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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