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R62 KUT

1997 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,158 mi
Last recorded41,158 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2018
Typical for 1997 Triumph Tiger29,175 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR62 KUT
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2018 41,158 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 38,529 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 38,529 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 34,724 miles

Rear suspension slightly movement stiff

Pass 18 Apr 2015 33,263 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 32,453 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2013 32,101 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 31,478 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 31,434 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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 19 Mar 2011 30,676 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 27,312 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2008 26,405 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2007 26,214 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 26,207 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2006 24,638 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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R62 KUT is a 1997 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 R62 KUT, 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 R62 KUT registered?

R62 KUT is a 1997 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 25 August 1997.

Is R62 KUT safe to buy?

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