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PRX 521B

1998 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

854 mi
Last recorded854 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 Triumph Tiger27,773 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRX 521B
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2017 854 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 698 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2015 608 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 528 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 336 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 147 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2010 21,240 miles

Centre Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Centre Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2010 21,240 miles

Centre Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

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

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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PRX 521B is a 1998 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 27,773 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 PRX 521B, 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 28 years old, this Triumph Tiger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PRX 521B registered?

PRX 521B is a 1998 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 23 March 1998.

Is PRX 521B safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRX 521B shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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