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T883 BSA

1999 Triumph Tiger

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

50,235 mi
Last recorded50,235 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Tiger28,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT883 BSA
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 50,235 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 23 Apr 2026 50,202 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Apr 2025 46,663 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear brake slightly spongy.

Pass 30 Apr 2024 44,815 miles

Rear brake slightly spongy.

Pass 28 Feb 2023 41,188 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2022 39,185 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 38,651 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 38,006 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 34,575 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 32,722 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front Tyre TD =2.00mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2016 31,867 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 30,589 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 30,572 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 13 Sep 2014 30,507 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 28,834 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 28,834 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 28,348 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 27,945 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 26,354 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 25,242 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2008 23,976 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 19,695 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 17,865 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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T883 BSA is a 1999 Triumph Tiger in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 T883 BSA, 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 T883 BSA registered?

T883 BSA is a 1999 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 8 April 1999.

Is T883 BSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for T883 BSA shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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