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Y541 PUR

2001 Triumph Tiger

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

40,224 mi
Last recorded40,224 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2023
Typical for 2001 Triumph Tiger25,815 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY541 PUR
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2023 40,224 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2023 40,220 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 40,114 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 38,949 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 38,378 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 37,816 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 37,446 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2015

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Sep 2013 37,280 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2012 36,466 miles

Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 34,814 miles

Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

right hand passenger footrest cracked

Pass 21 Apr 2010 34,593 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 33,880 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2009 33,880 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 28,500 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 17,999 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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Y541 PUR is a 2001 Triumph Tiger in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 Y541 PUR, 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

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What year was Y541 PUR registered?

Y541 PUR is a 2001 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 9 April 2001.

Is Y541 PUR safe to buy?

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