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Y538 HOD

2001 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

44,161 mi
Last recorded44,161 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2024
Typical for 2001 Triumph Tiger25,815 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY538 HOD
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2024 44,161 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2024 44,152 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 39,160 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 32,841 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 31,768 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 31,745 miles

MAIN STAND BOLTS AND NUTS LOOSE [JOB DONE]

Fail 24 Aug 2020 31,745 miles

MAIN STAND BOLTS AND NUTS LOOSE [JOB DONE]

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 31,598 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 31,505 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 31,223 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 31,194 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 3 Jun 2014 31,034 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 2 May 2013 29,492 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2013 29,492 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2012 28,661 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 28,661 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 8 Jun 2011 26,704 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 26,679 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 25,724 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 20 Jun 2009 25,002 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 22,512 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 20,910 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 May 2006 19,020 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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Y538 HOD is a 2001 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 Y538 HOD, 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 Y538 HOD registered?

Y538 HOD is a 2001 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 May 2001.

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