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VRA 293S

1977 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

11,528 mi
Last recorded11,528 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2014
Typical for 1977 Triumph Tiger24,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRA 293S
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2014 11,528 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2013 11,279 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 11,141 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 10,739 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 10,375 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2008 9,944 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

perish marks in front tyre

Pass 7 Jun 2008 9,944 miles

perish marks in front tyre

Pass 5 Apr 2007 8,479 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 7,314 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2006 7,314 miles

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to excessive wear (3.2.A1i)

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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VRA 293S is a 1977 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 24,651 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 VRA 293S, 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 49 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 VRA 293S registered?

VRA 293S is a 1977 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 8 December 1977.

Is VRA 293S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRA 293S shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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