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P516 KSX

1996 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

46,523 mi
Last recorded46,523 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Tiger31,602 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP516 KSX
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 46,523 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2026 46,523 miles

Front Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 May 2018 44,150 miles

Rear disc inner side corroded

Pass 16 May 2017 41,841 miles

steering bolt rubbing wiring loom on lock to lock check

Pass 6 Sep 2014 39,762 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2014 39,762 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 32,956 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2013 32,956 miles

Rear Wheel corroded significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 32,521 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 31,748 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 313,008 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 17 Apr 2010 313,008 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 29,201 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 29,201 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2005 28,545 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2005 28,545 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 25 Oct 2005 28,533 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front tyre is slightly perished & has small cracks appearing.

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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P516 KSX is a 1996 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 1996 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 31,602 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 P516 KSX, 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 30 years old, this Triumph Tiger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P516 KSX registered?

P516 KSX is a 1996 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 22 October 1996.

Is P516 KSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P516 KSX shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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