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R31 NAY

1998 Triumph Tiger

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

22,626 mi
Last recorded22,626 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Tiger27,773 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR31 NAY
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 22,626 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 22,564 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 22,253 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 22,224 miles

front tyre worn low down in places down the centre section, ok at time of test

gear lever slightly bent

rear number plate cracked slightly

Pass 2 Mar 2013 21,213 miles

rear number plate slightly deteriated

Pass 9 Mar 2012 20,209 miles

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

gear lever damaged

rear number plate cracked

Pass 25 Mar 2011 19,004 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 17,527 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 16,870 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 16,030 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear tyre soft

Pass 29 Dec 2006 14,948 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 11,817 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2006 11,817 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

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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R31 NAY is a 1998 Triumph Tiger in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R31 NAY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R31 NAY registered?

R31 NAY is a 1998 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R31 NAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R31 NAY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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