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P508 LNE

1997 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

40,343 mi
Last recorded40,343 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Triumph Tiger29,175 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP508 LNE
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2017 40,343 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 40,311 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 39,191 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 37,527 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2011 37,494 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2010 35,503 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 33,480 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 31,243 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 28,481 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 26,064 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2005 24,997 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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P508 LNE is a 1997 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P508 LNE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P508 LNE?

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What year was P508 LNE registered?

P508 LNE is a 1997 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P508 LNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P508 LNE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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