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V551 MKK

1999 Triumph Tiger

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2023
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

61,670 mi
Last recorded61,670 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2022
Typical for 1999 Triumph Tiger28,742 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV551 MKK
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2022 61,670 miles

fairings fitted obscuring some components

Fail 3 Aug 2021 61,659 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

number plate light flickering

Pass 21 Sep 2019 61,162 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 58,546 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 52,490 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 46,183 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 45,219 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 41,410 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2014 41,350 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside footrest securing screw loose.

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 33,520 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

NUMBER PLATE DAMAGED,

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 28,986 miles

Front tyre tread worn/uneven?

Gear lever loose?

Pass 5 Jul 2011 23,041 miles

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

damage to light switch. damage to number plate.footrest bolt loose.

Pass 28 Jul 2010 19,809 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 18,223 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 15,732 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 13,132 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 11,071 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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V551 MKK is a 1999 Triumph Tiger in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 V551 MKK, 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 V551 MKK registered?

V551 MKK is a 1999 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 13 November 1999.

Is V551 MKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V551 MKK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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