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P938 OLF

1997 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

31,170 mi
Last recorded31,170 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Tiger29,175 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP938 OLF
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 31,170 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 30,980 miles

Nearside Slight oil leak from front sprocket cover

Nearside Slight oil leak from rocker cover

Pass 14 Mar 2023 30,260 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 29,737 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2022 29,737 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 28,754 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 28,494 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 28,383 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 27,752 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 27,333 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 27,224 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 27,004 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 26,805 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 25,578 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 25,578 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 24,503 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 23,293 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 21,263 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 19,313 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 17,062 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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P938 OLF 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 90%.

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 P938 OLF, 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 P938 OLF?

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What year was P938 OLF registered?

P938 OLF is a 1997 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is P938 OLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P938 OLF shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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