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Y291 BJT

2001 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

45,324 mi
Last recorded45,324 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Triumph Tiger25,815 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY291 BJT
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 45,324 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 42,568 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2016 42,568 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2015 35,843 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake slightly binding

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 21 Aug 2014 33,533 miles

slight bind at front brake

Fail 9 Aug 2014 33,533 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

n/s dip light not working

slight bind at front brake

Pass 29 Apr 2013 30,802 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 30,172 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 16 Apr 2012 30,171 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 May 2011 27,779 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 22,088 miles

Advise rear disc worn.

Pass 15 May 2008 19,868 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 12,346 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2006 5,551 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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Y291 BJT is a 2001 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 Y291 BJT, 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 Y291 BJT registered?

Y291 BJT is a 2001 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 20 July 2001.

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