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144 XUC

1982 Triumph Tiger Cub

Red Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

12,530 mi
Last recorded12,530 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

Registration144 XUC
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Cub
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 12,530 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front tyre side wall is perished but not considered to be sufficient to reduce structural integrity

Fail 27 Aug 2025 12,530 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front tyre side wall is perished but not considered to be sufficient to reduce structural integrity

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 12,485 miles

Offside Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 12,433 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 12,432 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 12,428 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 12,370 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 11,966 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 11,401 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 11,401 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Aug 2006 11,400 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger Cub?

Based on 3,073 MOT tests across 770 vehicles.

91.0%
Pass Rate
61
Miles/Year
69
Year Lifespan
770
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 8
Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 8
Headlamp aim too low 7
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144 XUC is a 1982 Triumph Tiger Cub in Red with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

The most common reason a Triumph Tiger Cub fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 144 XUC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger Cub typically stays on UK roads for around 69 years. At 44 years old, this Triumph Tiger Cub is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was 144 XUC registered?

144 XUC is a 1982 Triumph Tiger Cub, first registered on 3 December 1982.

Is 144 XUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for 144 XUC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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