CarVerify

Free Car Check

L871 MCH

1993 Triumph Tiger

Red Petrol 885cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

22,905 mi
Last recorded22,905 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2023
Typical for 1993 Triumph Tiger33,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationL871 MCH
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2023 22,905 miles

Brake binding but not excessively front and rear (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 22,224 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 21,557 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 21,551 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 21,551 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 11 Jul 2019 21,551 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick worn to metal (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 21,551 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit both front (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2016 18,848 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 23 Mar 2015 16,309 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 16,309 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 15,060 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front brake sticking on very slightly

Pass 9 Mar 2012 14,600 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 14,132 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 13,957 miles

Rear Wheel corroded significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Dec 2007 13,424 miles
Fail 13 May 2006 12,081 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Pass 13 May 2006 12,081 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 12,081 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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
Full Triumph Tiger reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

L871 MCH is a 1993 Triumph Tiger in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1993 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 33,748 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 L871 MCH, 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 33 years old, this Triumph Tiger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L871 MCH?

You can check the full history of L871 MCH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was L871 MCH registered?

L871 MCH is a 1993 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 10 September 1993.

Is L871 MCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for L871 MCH shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L871 MCH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on L871 MCH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.