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W848 VHN

1999 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

33,117 mi
Last recorded33,117 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Tiger28,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW848 VHN
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 33,117 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2025 33,057 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 33,000 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 32,021 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 30,532 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2021 30,532 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 10 Aug 2021 30,505 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right LEFT HAND DRIVE (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right LEFT HAND DRIVE BEAM (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 29,396 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 29,367 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2019 29,367 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 27,131 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 22,079 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 21,392 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 17,175 miles

Centre Front Steering bearing lower notche

Pass 22 Oct 2014 12,350 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 7,259 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2012 4,552 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 4,257 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 26 Oct 2010 3,721 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 26 Oct 2009 3,012 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2008 2,446 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 20 Oct 2007 1,034 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 156 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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W848 VHN is a 1999 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 W848 VHN, 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 W848 VHN registered?

W848 VHN is a 1999 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is W848 VHN safe to buy?

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