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P178 YWX

1997 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,868 mi
Last recorded24,868 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Triumph Tiger29,175 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP178 YWX
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2013 24,868 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 24,324 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 23,067 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 20,565 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 19,984 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 18,678 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2006 17,308 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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P178 YWX is a 1997 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 P178 YWX, 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 P178 YWX registered?

P178 YWX is a 1997 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 16 June 1997.

Is P178 YWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P178 YWX shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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