MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
45,307 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Central Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Footrest missing rear (6.2.12 (a))
Throttle adjustment tight on lock
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front master cylinder catches slightly on fairing on full l/h lock
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear footpegs missing,grab handles fitted
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Rear inner brake pad not located correctly
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Secure wiring at front of bike
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger?
Based on 196,853 MOT tests across 24,469 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R72 KGK is a 1997 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
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 R72 KGK, 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 R72 KGK registered?
R72 KGK is a 1997 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 7 November 1997.
Is R72 KGK safe to buy?
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