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P987 TMW

1997 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,279 mi
Last recorded42,279 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2012
Typical for 1997 Triumph Tiger29,175 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP987 TMW
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2012 42,279 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 39,581 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 37,771 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 31,863 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 19 Mar 2008 31,863 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2006 26,243 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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P987 TMW is a 1997 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P987 TMW, 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 P987 TMW registered?

P987 TMW is a 1997 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 7 March 1997.

Is P987 TMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P987 TMW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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