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Y249 SUR

2001 Triumph Tiger

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

38,696 mi
Last recorded38,696 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2024
Typical for 2001 Triumph Tiger25,815 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY249 SUR
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2024 38,696 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 31,132 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 30,806 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 30,500 miles

o/s headlamp masking fitted at time of test

Pass 16 Aug 2019 30,488 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 29,749 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 28,040 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 27,305 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 25,521 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 24,838 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 24,838 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Feb 2011 23,613 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 19,459 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 14,343 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2009 14,343 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 13,659 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 10,844 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 8,858 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 8,842 miles

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

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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Y249 SUR is a 2001 Triumph Tiger in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 25,815 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 Y249 SUR, 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 25 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y249 SUR registered?

Y249 SUR is a 2001 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 26 May 2001.

Is Y249 SUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y249 SUR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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