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P878 RFE

1996 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

72,850 mi
Last recorded72,850 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2015
Typical for 1996 Triumph Tiger31,602 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP878 RFE
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2015 72,850 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 72,762 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 72,374 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 71,703 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2010 71,269 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2009 70,052 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 70,052 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 69,720 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 62,221 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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P878 RFE is a 1996 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 P878 RFE, 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.

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What year was P878 RFE registered?

P878 RFE is a 1996 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P878 RFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P878 RFE shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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