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PTU 171C

2001 Triumph Tiger 100

Maroon Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,337 mi
Last recorded20,337 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTU 171C
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 100
Year2001
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 24 Aug 2017 20,337 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 19,600 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 19,004 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 18,537 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 17,959 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 17,442 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 16,894 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 15,872 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 14,488 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 13,506 miles

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front tyre starting to crack/perish but not exposing ply/cord

Pass 31 Aug 2007 13,153 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 12,457 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger 100?

Based on 2,049 MOT tests across 354 vehicles.

90.6%
Pass Rate
203
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
354
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Horn not working 6
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
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PTU 171C is a 2001 Triumph Tiger 100 in Maroon with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Triumph Tiger 100 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PTU 171C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger 100 typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 25 years old, this Triumph Tiger 100 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PTU 171C?

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What year was PTU 171C registered?

PTU 171C is a 2001 Triumph Tiger 100, first registered on 15 May 2001.

Is PTU 171C safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTU 171C shows 12 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 PTU 171C have outstanding finance?

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