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PLW 989L

1973 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,045 mi
Last recorded15,045 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2008
Typical for 1973 Triumph Tiger17,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLW 989L
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 25 Mar 2008 15,045 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Oil leak

footrest securing bolts slightly loose

Pass 28 Mar 2007 15,045 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 14,158 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

oil leak

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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PLW 989L is a 1973 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 17,998 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 PLW 989L, 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 53 years old, this Triumph Tiger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PLW 989L registered?

PLW 989L is a 1973 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 2 July 1973.

Is PLW 989L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLW 989L shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PLW 989L have outstanding finance?

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