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S708 RJA

1998 Triumph Tiger

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

61,187 mi
Last recorded61,187 miles
Recorded on27 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Triumph Tiger27,773 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS708 RJA
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2016 61,187 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 55,942 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2015 55,942 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 49,055 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear disc warm to touch after brake test but not binding.

Pass 25 Apr 2013 41,351 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 39,120 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2012 39,092 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Oct 2010 38,259 miles

advise number plate slightly de-laminating

advise one rear bulb not working

Fail 7 Oct 2010 38,259 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

advise number plate slightly de-laminating

advise one rear bulb not working

Pass 15 Nov 2008 35,813 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 34,405 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 31,679 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 30,428 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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S708 RJA is a 1998 Triumph Tiger in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 S708 RJA, 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 S708 RJA registered?

S708 RJA is a 1998 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S708 RJA safe to buy?

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