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T138 FJT

1999 Triumph Tiger

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

18,797 mi
Last recorded18,797 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Tiger28,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT138 FJT
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 18,797 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 18,096 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 15,651 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 15,648 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 15,681 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 15,435 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2012 15,291 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 15,046 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 14,547 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 14,039 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 12,412 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2005 12,412 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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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T138 FJT is a 1999 Triumph Tiger in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 T138 FJT, 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 T138 FJT registered?

T138 FJT is a 1999 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 2 June 1999.

Is T138 FJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T138 FJT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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