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P814 GEJ

1997 Triumph Tiger

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

26,634 mi
Last recorded26,634 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Triumph Tiger29,175 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP814 GEJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2023 26,634 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 25,379 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 25,361 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Feb 2021 22,855 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2019 20,867 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

gear lever pivot worn

Pass 14 Jun 2018 20,467 miles

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

headraces slighty notchy

Pass 11 Sep 2013 19,617 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 17,528 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 17,525 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Fail 2 Apr 2009 17,362 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 17,362 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2007 16,806 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2005 16,190 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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P814 GEJ is a 1997 Triumph Tiger in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 P814 GEJ, 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 P814 GEJ registered?

P814 GEJ is a 1997 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 2 April 1997.

Is P814 GEJ safe to buy?

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