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R70 MEG

2006 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

44,494 mi
Last recorded44,494 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2025
Typical for 2006 Triumph Tiger21,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR70 MEG
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2025 44,494 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 38,071 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 30,282 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 24,839 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 21,130 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 15,152 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 9,073 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 9,006 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 8,292 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2017 8,292 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 6,943 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2015 4,689 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 2 May 2014 4,661 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2014 4,661 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2013 4,325 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 4,016 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 3,200 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2010 1,726 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 1,599 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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R70 MEG is a 2006 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2006 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 21,726 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 R70 MEG, 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 20 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R70 MEG registered?

R70 MEG is a 2006 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 2 May 2006.

Is R70 MEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R70 MEG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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