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UDV 79X

1981 Triumph Tiger

Yellow Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

10,213 mi
Last recorded10,213 miles
Recorded on7 May 2016
Typical for 1981 Triumph Tiger21,236 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUDV 79X
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2016 10,213 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 10,213 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 10,112 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 10,054 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 9,923 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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UDV 79X is a 1981 Triumph Tiger in Yellow with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 21,236 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 UDV 79X, 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 45 years old, this Triumph Tiger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UDV 79X?

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What year was UDV 79X registered?

UDV 79X is a 1981 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 9 December 1981.

Is UDV 79X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UDV 79X shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UDV 79X have outstanding finance?

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