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TGC 488E

2005 Triumph Cub

Green Petrol 199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,427 mi
Last recorded16,427 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGC 488E
MakeTriumph
ModelCub
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine199cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2017 16,427 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 20,769 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015

Floor brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.C1b)

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 20,738 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 20,697 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 20,613 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 20,583 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 20,539 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 20,416 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 20,367 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 20,367 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 20,308 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 20,308 miles

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jan 2006 5,254 miles

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

How Reliable is the Triumph Cub?

Based on 890 MOT tests across 165 vehicles.

92.0%
Pass Rate
87
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
165
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 3
suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component 2
Steering lock stop missing 2
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 2
Horn not working 2
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TGC 488E is a 2005 Triumph Cub in Green with a 199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a Triumph Cub fails its MOT is handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars., accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TGC 488E, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Cub typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 21 years old, this Triumph Cub is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was TGC 488E registered?

TGC 488E is a 2005 Triumph Cub, first registered on 23 May 2005.

Is TGC 488E safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGC 488E shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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