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S170 BDM

1998 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

16,172 mi
Last recorded16,172 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Tiger27,773 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS170 BDM
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 16,172 miles

Nearside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2025 15,309 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 13,033 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 12,496 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 6 Mar 2023 12,496 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 10,533 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 10,141 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 9,978 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 8,773 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 7,269 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 6,670 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2014 6,168 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 6,073 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 5,652 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 5,572 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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S170 BDM is a 1998 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 27,773 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 S170 BDM, 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 28 years old, this Triumph Tiger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S170 BDM registered?

S170 BDM is a 1998 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S170 BDM safe to buy?

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