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V251 DCW

1999 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,706 mi
Last recorded47,706 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2011
Typical for 1999 Triumph Tiger28,742 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV251 DCW
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2011 47,706 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 43,765 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Jul 2009 40,619 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 38,522 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 38,501 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 9 Dec 2005 36,564 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2005 36,548 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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V251 DCW is a 1999 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 V251 DCW, 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.

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What year was V251 DCW registered?

V251 DCW is a 1999 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 6 October 1999.

Is V251 DCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V251 DCW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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