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R950 KRY

1997 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

50,130 mi
Last recorded50,130 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Triumph Tiger29,175 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR950 KRY
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2015 50,130 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 47,323 miles

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

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 11 Nov 2011 44,640 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2010 43,651 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 12 Oct 2010 43,651 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

both tyres flat

Fail 8 Sep 2007 43,650 miles

Centre An item not tested (Manual)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 43,019 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 43,015 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g)

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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R950 KRY is a 1997 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 R950 KRY, 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 R950 KRY registered?

R950 KRY is a 1997 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 8 December 1997.

Is R950 KRY safe to buy?

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