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T780 DFM

1999 Triumph Tiger

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,050 mi
Last recorded31,050 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Tiger28,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT780 DFM
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 31,050 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 30,998 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2024 30,985 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 May 2020 30,932 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 30,201 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 29,740 miles

Front Tyre

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

Fail 5 Jul 2017 29,740 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

front tyre

Pass 19 Jul 2016 28,968 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 28,917 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Brake pedal mounting insecure (3.1.2a) DANGEROUS

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Number plate is damaged,but is secure and legible

Pass 7 Jul 2015 27,242 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 26,042 miles

Number plate cracked

Pass 15 Aug 2013 24,674 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 23,598 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 22,135 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2010 19,341 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 19,341 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 17,314 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 11,292 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2007 11,197 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2005 8,859 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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T780 DFM is a 1999 Triumph Tiger in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T780 DFM, 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

How do I check the history of T780 DFM?

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What year was T780 DFM registered?

T780 DFM is a 1999 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 6 April 1999.

Is T780 DFM safe to buy?

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