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UJY 153L

1973 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2017
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

39,830 mi
Last recorded39,830 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 Triumph Tiger17,998 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUJY 153L
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Jul 2017 39,830 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Outer Front suspension has an inadequate repair of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. bottom of fork leg (2.3.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2016 39,036 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 38,341 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

stantions slightly worn

Fail 22 Sep 2012 38,263 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 37,383 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 37,383 miles

Front Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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UJY 153L is a 1973 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 UJY 153L, 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.

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What year was UJY 153L registered?

UJY 153L is a 1973 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 11 July 1973.

Is UJY 153L safe to buy?

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