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R638 NLJ

1998 Triumph Tiger

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

63,054 mi
Last recorded63,054 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2017
Typical for 1998 Triumph Tiger27,773 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR638 NLJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2017 63,054 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2017 63,054 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2016 61,630 miles

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

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

rear brake binding slightly

throttle slow to return

Pass 10 Nov 2015 59,824 miles

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

front and rear brakes binding slightly

throttle slow to return

Fail 10 Nov 2015 59,824 miles

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

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

front and rear brakes binding slightly

throttle slow to return

Fail 21 Aug 2015 59,792 miles

Front Wheel corroded significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Rear Wheel corroded significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel fractured significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 58,678 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Jul 2014 58,678 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 57,601 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2012 56,535 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 53,829 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2010 49,912 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 45,429 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 38,044 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 34,201 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 34,201 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2006 32,700 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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R638 NLJ is a 1998 Triumph Tiger in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 R638 NLJ, 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 R638 NLJ registered?

R638 NLJ is a 1998 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R638 NLJ safe to buy?

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