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N506 TRU

1996 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

76,111 mi
Last recorded76,111 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2013
Typical for 1996 Triumph Tiger31,602 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN506 TRU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2013 76,111 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 67,597 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2011 57,062 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2010 51,021 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 1 Jul 2010 51,007 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 May 2009 42,758 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 37,671 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2007 32,606 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 26,526 miles

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

rear caliper starting to bind needs attention

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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N506 TRU is a 1996 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N506 TRU, 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 N506 TRU registered?

N506 TRU is a 1996 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 15 April 1996.

Is N506 TRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N506 TRU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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