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SSJ 556

1959 Triumph Tiger Cub

Maroon Petrol 192cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2015
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1959 Triumph Tiger Cub4,370 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSJ 556
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Cub
Year1959
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine192cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2014

No lights or indicators fitted at the time of testing

Pass 5 Apr 2013

Slight play in front wheel bearing

Suitable for daylight use only as trails bike and no lights fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2012

Rear wheel out of allignmant

Only suitable for daylight use as no lights fitted.

Pass 9 Mar 2011

due to no lights this machione must only be used during daylight hours only

Pass 8 Feb 2010

No lights or horn fitted at the time of testing

Fail 8 Feb 2010

Horn missing (1.7.1)

No lights or horn fitted at the time of testing

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Fail 20 Feb 2009

No lights or indicators fitted at the time of testing

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Feb 2009

No lights or indicators fitted at the time of testing

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Mar 2008

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

daylight test only competition machine no lights fitted

Fail 15 Mar 2008

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

daylight test only competition machine no lights fitted

Pass 5 Jan 2007

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 5 Jan 2007

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Dec 2005

Centre Front Upper Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Dec 2005
Pass 3 Dec 2005

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger Cub?

Based on 3,073 MOT tests across 770 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
61
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
770
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 8
Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 8
Headlamp aim too low 7
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SSJ 556 is a 1959 Triumph Tiger Cub in Maroon with a 192cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1959 Triumph Tiger Cub models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 4,370 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 Cub fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SSJ 556, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger Cub typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 67 years old, this Triumph Tiger Cub is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SSJ 556 registered?

SSJ 556 is a 1959 Triumph Tiger Cub, first registered on 6 February 1959.

Is SSJ 556 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSJ 556 shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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