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S171 MFP

1998 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

47,470 mi
Last recorded47,470 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2018
Typical for 1998 Triumph Tiger27,773 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS171 MFP
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2018 47,470 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

front brake lever bolt wrong type but locked

head light deflectors fitted flat patton

Pass 13 May 2016 45,692 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 44,519 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 40,826 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 35,754 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 35,268 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Apr 2011 33,944 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 32,677 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

mian stand mounting bolt missing

Pass 23 Apr 2009 31,231 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 26,851 miles

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

rear brake slightly binding

Fail 16 Feb 2007 25,210 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 16 Feb 2007 25,210 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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S171 MFP is a 1998 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 S171 MFP, 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 S171 MFP registered?

S171 MFP is a 1998 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 4 November 1998.

Is S171 MFP safe to buy?

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