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R547 GDL

1998 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

45,471 mi
Last recorded45,471 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Tiger27,773 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR547 GDL
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 45,471 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 45,175 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 44,884 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 44,675 miles

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

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 44,143 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2018 44,068 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Apr 2017 43,797 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 42,196 miles

Front advise slight movement in both front floating disc's

Pass 13 Mar 2015 40,989 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 40,479 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2013 39,887 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 39,277 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 38,593 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 38,549 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 38,548 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Apr 2006 34,183 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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R547 GDL is a 1998 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R547 GDL, 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 R547 GDL registered?

R547 GDL is a 1998 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is R547 GDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R547 GDL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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