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T743 XTA

1999 Triumph Tiger

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

36,091 mi
Last recorded36,091 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Tiger28,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT743 XTA
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 36,091 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 34,246 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 33,308 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 32,018 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 30,464 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 29,611 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 26,346 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 May 2018 24,730 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 23,159 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2016 20,432 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 19,491 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 18,682 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 17,477 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 16,085 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2011 16,085 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 14,685 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 13,283 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 11,125 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2007 8,637 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 5,539 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 5,193 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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T743 XTA is a 1999 Triumph Tiger in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 T743 XTA, 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 T743 XTA registered?

T743 XTA is a 1999 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 13 July 1999.

Is T743 XTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for T743 XTA shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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