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R644 FGJ

1997 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

68,139 mi
Last recorded68,139 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2010
Typical for 1997 Triumph Tiger29,175 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR644 FGJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2010 68,139 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

at full left lock hand guard is close to clock surround.

rear brake disc has slight colour and wear.

rear coil spring has light corrosion. needs painting.

Fail 29 Dec 2009 68,119 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2009 63,386 miles

Centre Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2008 58,341 miles

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

front brake slightly binding

Pass 5 Jan 2007 53,141 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 53,130 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 53,130 miles

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

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (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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R644 FGJ is a 1997 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R644 FGJ, 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 R644 FGJ registered?

R644 FGJ is a 1997 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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