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P216 MFL

1997 Triumph Tiger

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

42,008 mi
Last recorded42,008 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Tiger29,175 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP216 MFL
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2025 42,008 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 38,286 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 23 Oct 2024 38,286 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Lower Suspension rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 38,237 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 9 Sep 2023 38,222 miles

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 36,833 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2021 36,660 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 2 Apr 2021 36,660 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2013 36,613 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

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

front brakes starting to bind

rear brake starting to bind

rear disc starting to crack

Pass 28 Apr 2012 36,501 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2012 36,490 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 May 2011 35,420 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 35,420 miles

Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 35,161 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 33,802 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 31,682 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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P216 MFL is a 1997 Triumph Tiger in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 P216 MFL, 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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P216 MFL is a 1997 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 3 April 1997.

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