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SSY 790

1997 Triumph Tiger Cub

Blue Petrol 175cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2017
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

12,802 mi
Last recorded12,802 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSY 790
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Cub
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine175cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2016 12,802 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2016 12,802 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2011 12,802 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 12,602 miles

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2010 12,802 miles

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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SSY 790 is a 1997 Triumph Tiger Cub in Blue with a 175cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SSY 790, 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 29 years old, this Triumph Tiger Cub is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SSY 790 registered?

SSY 790 is a 1997 Triumph Tiger Cub, first registered on 28 April 1997.

Is SSY 790 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSY 790 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SSY 790 have outstanding finance?

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