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T850 VAP

1999 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

35,009 mi
Last recorded35,009 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2023
Typical for 1999 Triumph Tiger28,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT850 VAP
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2023 35,009 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 34,605 miles

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 34,312 miles

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 11 May 2017 33,301 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

tight spot in drive chain.

Pass 17 May 2016 31,762 miles

slight movement in rear brake reaction bracket.

Pass 1 Jun 2015 26,774 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 29 May 2014 25,260 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 25,255 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 24,705 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 21,133 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 18,967 miles

rear brake binding slightly.

steering movement slightly stiff.

Fail 8 Aug 2009 18,967 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

rear brake binding slightly.

steering movement slightly stiff.

Pass 23 Feb 2008 18,238 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 17,123 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 16,234 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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T850 VAP is a 1999 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 T850 VAP, 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.

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What year was T850 VAP registered?

T850 VAP is a 1999 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T850 VAP safe to buy?

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