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P70 TGR

1997 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

27,827 mi
Last recorded27,827 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Tiger29,175 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP70 TGR
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 27,827 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 27,110 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 26,269 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 25,893 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 25,612 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2021 25,612 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 24,965 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2019 24,361 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2018 23,018 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 22,264 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 19,569 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 19,564 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 18,541 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 17,748 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 17,744 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 17,729 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 17,698 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2008 16,007 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 11,033 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2006 10,156 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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P70 TGR is a 1997 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 P70 TGR, 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 P70 TGR registered?

P70 TGR is a 1997 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 18 June 1997.

Is P70 TGR safe to buy?

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