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YYJ 740

1957 Triumph Tiger 100

Silver Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,042 mi
Last recorded42,042 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2012
Typical for 1957 Triumph Tiger 10017,768 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYJ 740
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 100
Year1957
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2012 42,042 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 41,960 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 41,799 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 41,577 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 41,283 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 41,125 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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YYJ 740 is a 1957 Triumph Tiger 100 in Silver with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1957 Triumph Tiger 100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.4% with a typical mileage of 17,768 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YYJ 740, 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 69 years old, this Triumph Tiger 100 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YYJ 740?

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What year was YYJ 740 registered?

YYJ 740 is a 1957 Triumph Tiger 100, first registered on 7 March 1957.

Is YYJ 740 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YYJ 740 shows 6 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 YYJ 740 have outstanding finance?

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