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R41 EGY

1998 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

43,706 mi
Last recorded43,706 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Tiger27,773 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR41 EGY
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 43,706 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules At calipers and at hose junction on lower yoke (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 43,587 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 43,411 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 43,389 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 42,768 miles

centre stand bent

drive chain dry

n/s front brake disc corroded

Fail 4 Mar 2015 42,768 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

centre stand bent

drive chain dry

n/s front brake disc corroded

Fail 28 Feb 2014 38,686 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 38,686 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2012 32,304 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 31,164 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2011 31,159 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 28 May 2010 31,154 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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R41 EGY is a 1998 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 R41 EGY, 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.

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What year was R41 EGY registered?

R41 EGY is a 1998 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 6 January 1998.

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