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R32 FFV

1997 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

54,369 mi
Last recorded54,369 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 Triumph Tiger29,175 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR32 FFV
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2023 54,369 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 54,239 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 53,539 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 51,809 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 May 2018 47,744 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 36,301 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 43,713 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2015 418,625 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 39,774 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 37,827 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 36,539 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 34,430 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2009 34,400 miles

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 May 2008 31,914 miles

offside tail lamp inoperative

Fail 2 May 2008 31,914 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

offside tail lamp inoperative

Pass 2 Jun 2007 30,163 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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R32 FFV is a 1997 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 R32 FFV, 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.

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What year was R32 FFV registered?

R32 FFV is a 1997 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R32 FFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R32 FFV shows 16 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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