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YVW 26L

1973 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,968 mi
Last recorded36,968 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2015
Typical for 1973 Triumph Tiger17,998 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVW 26L
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2015 36,968 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 36,177 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 36,177 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 36,064 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 35,878 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

security of fuel hoses

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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YVW 26L is a 1973 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YVW 26L, 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 YVW 26L registered?

YVW 26L is a 1973 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 June 1973.

Is YVW 26L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVW 26L shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YVW 26L have outstanding finance?

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