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R403 OFL

1998 Triumph Tiger

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

64,454 mi
Last recorded64,454 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Tiger27,773 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR403 OFL
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 64,454 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 62,762 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 62,560 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 62,080 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 61,400 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 59,657 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 57,728 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2017 56,189 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 52,713 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 49,124 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 46,150 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 42,392 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 38,818 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 38,778 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt missing (2.1.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 38,676 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 22 Jun 2011 38,645 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 36,721 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 36,437 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 34,543 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 32,217 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 29,989 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2006 29,971 miles

Outer Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) 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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R403 OFL is a 1998 Triumph Tiger in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 R403 OFL, 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 R403 OFL registered?

R403 OFL is a 1998 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R403 OFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R403 OFL shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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