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R478 LUT

1998 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,543 mi
Last recorded19,543 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Tiger27,773 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR478 LUT
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 30 May 2025 19,543 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 18,111 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 16,573 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 15,736 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 14,175 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 13,733 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 13,471 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 12,918 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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R478 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R478 LUT, 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 R478 LUT registered?

R478 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R478 LUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R478 LUT shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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