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P308 UAT

1997 Triumph Tiger

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,043 mi
Last recorded49,043 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2019
Typical for 1997 Triumph Tiger29,175 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP308 UAT
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2019 49,043 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2015 48,425 miles

Centre Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 44,138 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 42,202 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 39,607 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 15 Sep 2010 39,607 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 37,471 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 13 Jun 2009 37,434 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 7 May 2008 34,726 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 33,296 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 31,890 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 31,890 miles

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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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P308 UAT is a 1997 Triumph Tiger in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 P308 UAT, 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 P308 UAT registered?

P308 UAT is a 1997 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 19 June 1997.

Is P308 UAT safe to buy?

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