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XFL 12T

1979 Triumph Tiger

Red Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

31,743 mi
Last recorded31,743 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2013
Typical for 1979 Triumph Tiger19,179 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXFL 12T
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2013 31,743 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 31,324 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 30,990 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 30,990 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 30,200 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 29,035 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 28,599 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 May 2007 28,363 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 26,181 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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XFL 12T is a 1979 Triumph Tiger in Red with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1979 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.0% with a typical mileage of 19,179 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 XFL 12T, 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 47 years old, this Triumph Tiger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XFL 12T?

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What year was XFL 12T registered?

XFL 12T is a 1979 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 15 March 1979.

Is XFL 12T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XFL 12T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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