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R707 BHU

1997 Triumph Tiger

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,033 mi
Last recorded43,033 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Tiger29,175 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR707 BHU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2025 43,033 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 41,727 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 37,678 miles

front brake light switch poor

Fail 19 Apr 2012 53,994 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 53,994 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 35,137 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 33,409 miles

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 33,409 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 31,876 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 30,770 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2007 30,336 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2006 27,383 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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R707 BHU is a 1997 Triumph Tiger in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 R707 BHU, 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 R707 BHU registered?

R707 BHU is a 1997 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 25 September 1997.

Is R707 BHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R707 BHU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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