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N898 KGJ

1996 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

27,196 mi
Last recorded27,196 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2020
Typical for 1996 Triumph Tiger31,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN898 KGJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2020 27,196 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 24,813 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 24,529 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 24,500 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 May 2013 23,537 miles
Fail 18 May 2013 23,524 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 21,678 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 21,650 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2011 20,066 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 19,877 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 19,628 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 19,137 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2006 18,671 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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N898 KGJ is a 1996 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 N898 KGJ, 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 N898 KGJ registered?

N898 KGJ is a 1996 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 16 April 1996.

Is N898 KGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N898 KGJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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