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R2 TAL

1997 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2023
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

926 mi
Last recorded926 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2022
Typical for 1997 Triumph Tiger29,175 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR2 TAL
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2022 926 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 922 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 917 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2013 917 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 May 2010 880 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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R2 TAL is a 1997 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R2 TAL, 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

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What year was R2 TAL registered?

R2 TAL is a 1997 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R2 TAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R2 TAL shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R2 TAL have outstanding finance?

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