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S243 FGP

1999 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,394 mi
Last recorded30,394 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Tiger28,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS243 FGP
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 30,394 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 30,025 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 28,964 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 27,665 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 25,815 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2019 25,815 miles

Rear Brake pedal insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 23,677 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

rear brake slightly binding

Pass 6 May 2017 21,291 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 18,877 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 15,645 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 12,888 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 11,086 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2013 11,086 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 4 May 2012 9,988 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 5,927 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 5,927 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 15 Mar 2010 7,323 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 15 Mar 2010 7,323 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 6 May 2006 15,784 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 15,756 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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S243 FGP is a 1999 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 28,742 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 S243 FGP, 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 27 years old, this Triumph Tiger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S243 FGP registered?

S243 FGP is a 1999 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S243 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S243 FGP shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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