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V579 JWK

1999 Triumph Tiger

Yellow Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

47,975 mi
Last recorded47,975 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2023
Typical for 1999 Triumph Tiger28,742 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV579 JWK
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2023 47,975 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 46,553 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 46,553 miles

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock catching on horn bracket (2.1.4 (c))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 45,776 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 43,005 miles

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

Rear Brake Pads close to legal limit. Uneven Wear.

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 39,858 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 35,098 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 31,814 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2013 24,920 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 22,165 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 20,348 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 27 Mar 2009 20,348 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2008 15,533 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 15,533 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2007 9,884 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 7,426 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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V579 JWK is a 1999 Triumph Tiger in Yellow with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 V579 JWK, 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 V579 JWK registered?

V579 JWK is a 1999 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 12 October 1999.

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