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TGT 20M

1973 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,686 mi
Last recorded11,686 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 Triumph Tiger17,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGT 20M
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2017 11,686 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 11,035 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 10,580 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Aug 2014 9,916 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 9,355 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 9,018 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2012 9,018 miles

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 13 Jul 2011 9,015 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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TGT 20M is a 1973 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 17,998 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 TGT 20M, 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 53 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 TGT 20M registered?

TGT 20M is a 1973 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 4 October 1973.

Is TGT 20M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGT 20M shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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