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M989 BLX

1995 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

41,145 mi
Last recorded41,145 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 1995 Triumph Tiger34,925 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM989 BLX
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 41,145 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 40,530 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2013 37,768 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 37,768 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2012 33,317 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 28,152 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 28,144 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 25 Jan 2011 28,144 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 26,588 miles

Clutch fluid reservoir fluid level low

Pass 14 Oct 2006 26,583 miles

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

one of the two rear position lamp bulbs not working

Fail 14 Oct 2006 26,583 miles

Front Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

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

one of the two rear position lamp bulbs not working

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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M989 BLX is a 1995 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1995 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 34,925 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 M989 BLX, 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 31 years old, this Triumph Tiger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M989 BLX registered?

M989 BLX is a 1995 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 13 February 1995.

Is M989 BLX safe to buy?

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