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N245 OYU

1996 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2023
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

25,442 mi
Last recorded25,442 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2022
Typical for 1996 Triumph Tiger31,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN245 OYU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2022 25,442 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 23,165 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 21,595 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 17,054 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2011 13,063 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Sep 2011 13,063 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 12,213 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 12,213 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2009 11,887 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 11,887 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2006 11,085 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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N245 OYU is a 1996 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1996 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 31,602 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 N245 OYU, 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 30 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 N245 OYU?

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What year was N245 OYU registered?

N245 OYU is a 1996 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 31 January 1996.

Is N245 OYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N245 OYU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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