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W149 VAU

2000 Triumph Tiger

Yellow Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,772 mi
Last recorded31,772 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2013
Typical for 2000 Triumph Tiger25,426 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW149 VAU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 6 Apr 2013 31,772 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 31,763 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 31,447 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 28,259 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 24,855 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 22,117 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 20,132 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 17,829 miles

exhaust slightly noisey and slight blow from joint

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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W149 VAU is a 2000 Triumph Tiger in Yellow with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 25,426 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 W149 VAU, 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 26 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 W149 VAU registered?

W149 VAU is a 2000 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 18 May 2000.

Is W149 VAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W149 VAU shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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