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N473 WTO

1996 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,621 mi
Last recorded66,621 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Tiger31,602 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN473 WTO
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 66,621 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2026 66,621 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 63,892 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 60,669 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 58,255 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2023 58,255 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 57,666 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 54,449 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2021 54,449 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 54,403 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2020 54,403 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 52,612 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 51,420 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 49,822 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 48,448 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 47,388 miles

Centre Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Mar 2014 46,546 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 45,797 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2012 44,710 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2012 44,710 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 43,546 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 43,546 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 42,022 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 40,457 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2009 40,457 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2008 39,054 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 37,402 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 36,634 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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N473 WTO is a 1996 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 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 N473 WTO, 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

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What year was N473 WTO registered?

N473 WTO is a 1996 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is N473 WTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N473 WTO shows 28 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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