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T788 EGT

1999 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

17,493 mi
Last recorded17,493 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2016
Typical for 1999 Triumph Tiger28,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT788 EGT
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2016 17,493 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2016 17,493 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 16,069 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 16,069 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Fail 1 Aug 2014 15,981 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 15,981 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 64,281 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 62,743 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Apr 2012 62,702 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2011 57,436 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 53,973 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 48,196 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 11 Apr 2009 48,196 miles

Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 43,711 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 41,981 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 41,981 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 15 May 2006 40,740 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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T788 EGT is a 1999 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 T788 EGT, 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 T788 EGT registered?

T788 EGT is a 1999 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 17 April 1999.

Is T788 EGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T788 EGT shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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