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YRL 79C

1998 Triumph Tiger 100

Gold Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYRL 79C
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 100
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2017
Pass 22 Nov 2016 10,111 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. rear to the right (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2015

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. over to right (2.5.1)

slight rise in engine revs on r/hand lock

Pass 19 Aug 2014
Pass 20 Aug 2013

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 May 2010

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

head lamp dip switch mounted on h/lamp

Fail 24 May 2010

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

head lamp dip switch mounted on h/lamp

Pass 2 Jan 2009 5,690 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2007 5,690 miles

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 5,690 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger 100?

Based on 2,049 MOT tests across 354 vehicles.

90.6%
Pass Rate
203
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
354
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Horn not working 6
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
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YRL 79C is a 1998 Triumph Tiger 100 in Gold with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Triumph Tiger 100 fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YRL 79C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger 100 typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 28 years old, this Triumph Tiger 100 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of YRL 79C?

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What year was YRL 79C registered?

YRL 79C is a 1998 Triumph Tiger 100, first registered on 9 March 1998.

Is YRL 79C safe to buy?

The MOT history for YRL 79C shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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