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R365 CAU

1997 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,602 mi
Last recorded36,602 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2022
Typical for 1997 Triumph Tiger29,175 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR365 CAU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2022 36,602 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 33,086 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2020 44,219 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 May 2019 43,923 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 43,495 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded all (5.2.2 (d))

side panels and fairing removed

Pass 7 Aug 2014 43,351 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 30 Oct 2007 42,846 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

slight bind on rear brake

some play rear caliper reaction bar

Pass 30 Oct 2007 42,846 miles

slight bind on rear brake

some play rear caliper reaction bar

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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R365 CAU is a 1997 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 R365 CAU, 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 R365 CAU registered?

R365 CAU is a 1997 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R365 CAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R365 CAU 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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