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N179 VTO

1995 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

93,022 mi
Last recorded93,022 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2014
Typical for 1995 Triumph Tiger34,925 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN179 VTO
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2014 93,022 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 89,186 miles

trail pattern front tyre and road pattern rear fitted.

Fail 29 Jun 2012 89,186 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

trail pattern front tyre and road pattern rear fitted.

Fail 24 Jun 2011 87,884 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 85,798 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 84,261 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 79,297 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 74,823 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 68,985 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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N179 VTO is a 1995 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 N179 VTO, 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 N179 VTO registered?

N179 VTO is a 1995 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N179 VTO safe to buy?

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