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N249 NAM

1996 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,983 mi
Last recorded56,983 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2014
Typical for 1996 Triumph Tiger31,602 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN249 NAM
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2014 56,983 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2014 56,981 miles

Fairing so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 53,198 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 49,261 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 46,118 miles

Nearside Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 46,118 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 43,474 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Fail 16 Apr 2010 43,437 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2009 39,243 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 35,960 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2007 35,145 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 33,414 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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N249 NAM is a 1996 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N249 NAM, 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.

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What year was N249 NAM registered?

N249 NAM is a 1996 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 27 June 1996.

Is N249 NAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N249 NAM shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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