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P119 KFM

1997 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,210 mi
Last recorded11,210 miles
Recorded on26 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Triumph Tiger29,175 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP119 KFM
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2016 11,210 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 16 May 2016 11,207 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 May 2015 8,324 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 8,034 miles

front tyre wearing low and stepping tread

pass switch not working

Fail 15 May 2014 8,026 miles

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

front tyre wearing low and stepping tread

pass switch not working

Pass 7 May 2013 7,685 miles

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

Pass light not working

Pass 31 Jul 2009 7,211 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 7,161 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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P119 KFM is a 1997 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 29,175 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 P119 KFM, 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 29 years old, this Triumph Tiger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P119 KFM registered?

P119 KFM is a 1997 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is P119 KFM safe to buy?

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