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V578 KGP

1999 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

39,089 mi
Last recorded39,089 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Tiger28,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV578 KGP
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 39,089 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 38,915 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 38,593 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 38,444 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 38,200 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 37,508 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 36,943 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 36,514 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 34,933 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 33,772 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 31,256 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 29,925 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 26,742 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2013 25,242 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 24,670 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 24,649 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

centre stand loose

Pass 5 Mar 2011 23,911 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Mar 2010 22,593 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 20,639 miles

centre stand loose

Pass 4 Mar 2008 17,596 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 14,337 miles

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

rear brake binding slightly.

Pass 18 Sep 2006 13,479 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2005 11,857 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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V578 KGP is a 1999 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 V578 KGP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V578 KGP registered?

V578 KGP is a 1999 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 12 October 1999.

Is V578 KGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for V578 KGP shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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