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S78 UUJ

1999 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,065 mi
Last recorded23,065 miles
Recorded on27 May 2016
Typical for 1999 Triumph Tiger28,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS78 UUJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2016 23,065 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 23,065 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 23,054 miles

Advise drive chain slightly siezed

Pass 13 Jun 2014 22,266 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 21,644 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 21,291 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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S78 UUJ is a 1999 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S78 UUJ, 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 S78 UUJ registered?

S78 UUJ is a 1999 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 17 February 1999.

Is S78 UUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S78 UUJ 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.

Does S78 UUJ have outstanding finance?

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