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YKR 638J

1971 Triumph Tiger

White Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,400 mi
Last recorded1,400 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2010
Typical for 1971 Triumph Tiger15,456 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKR 638J
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2010 1,400 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 1,391 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 1,391 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 1,380 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 1,374 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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YKR 638J is a 1971 Triumph Tiger in White with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 15,456 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YKR 638J, 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 55 years old, this Triumph Tiger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YKR 638J?

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What year was YKR 638J registered?

YKR 638J is a 1971 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 31 December 1971.

Is YKR 638J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YKR 638J shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YKR 638J have outstanding finance?

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