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Y536 BCV

2001 Triumph Tiger

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

41,261 mi
Last recorded41,261 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
Typical for 2001 Triumph Tiger25,815 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY536 BCV
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2018 41,261 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 6 Jul 2018 41,249 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 26 Jun 2018 41,235 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 39,425 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2016 34,820 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2015 32,727 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2014 30,121 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 30,014 miles

Headlamp aim on lower limit.

Pass 10 May 2012 29,117 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 29,055 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 27,529 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 May 2010 25,983 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 25,506 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 25,452 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

rear tyre low on pressure

Pass 28 Aug 2008 21,567 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 21,517 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 20,394 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 17,065 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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Y536 BCV is a 2001 Triumph Tiger in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 Y536 BCV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y536 BCV?

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What year was Y536 BCV registered?

Y536 BCV is a 2001 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 13 June 2001.

Is Y536 BCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y536 BCV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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