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T249 WGJ

1999 Triumph Tiger

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

33,324 mi
Last recorded33,324 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Tiger28,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT249 WGJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 33,324 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 33,016 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 32,259 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 31,972 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 31,427 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 29,789 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 28,345 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 25,010 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 23,694 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 21,430 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 20,198 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 19,356 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 15,898 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 31 Oct 2006 15,898 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Oct 2005 8,474 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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T249 WGJ is a 1999 Triumph Tiger in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 T249 WGJ, 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 T249 WGJ registered?

T249 WGJ is a 1999 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 29 May 1999.

Is T249 WGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T249 WGJ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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