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YBK 6L

1973 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2019
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

21,389 mi
Last recorded21,389 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2018
Typical for 1973 Triumph Tiger17,998 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBK 6L
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2018 21,389 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 8 Aug 2018 21,389 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 20,045 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 20,045 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 20 May 2016 19,185 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 19,132 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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YBK 6L is a 1973 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 17,998 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 YBK 6L, 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 53 years old, this Triumph Tiger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YBK 6L registered?

YBK 6L is a 1973 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is YBK 6L safe to buy?

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