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SLE 43L

1973 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 648cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2,012 mi
Last recorded2,012 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2011
Typical for 1973 Triumph Tiger17,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLE 43L
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine648cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2011 2,012 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 1,702 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 4 Jul 2009 1,700 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 861 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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SLE 43L is a 1973 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 648cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 17,998 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 SLE 43L, 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 53 years old, this Triumph Tiger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SLE 43L?

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What year was SLE 43L registered?

SLE 43L is a 1973 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 2 April 1973.

Is SLE 43L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLE 43L shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SLE 43L have outstanding finance?

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