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RHK 997W

1980 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,008 mi
Last recorded26,008 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2013
Typical for 1980 Triumph Tiger25,189 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHK 997W
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2013 26,008 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear indicators slightly loose

Pass 25 May 2012 25,810 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Pass 5 May 2011 25,433 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 25,155 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 24,663 miles

fork inner legs have marks and pits liable to cause fork seals to leak at later date

Fail 10 May 2006 14,657 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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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RHK 997W is a 1980 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1980 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.6% with a typical mileage of 25,189 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 RHK 997W, 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 46 years old, this Triumph Tiger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RHK 997W registered?

RHK 997W is a 1980 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 31 August 1980.

Is RHK 997W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RHK 997W shows 6 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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