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4749 MV

1960 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

11,751 mi
Last recorded11,751 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2017
Typical for 1960 Triumph Tiger15,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration4749 MV
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1960
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2017 11,751 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 20 Sep 2017 11,751 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 11,593 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 11,528 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 11,377 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 11,266 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 11,145 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 10,937 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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4749 MV is a 1960 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1960 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.7% with a typical mileage of 15,172 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 4749 MV, 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 66 years old, this Triumph Tiger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 4749 MV registered?

4749 MV is a 1960 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 23 August 1960.

Is 4749 MV safe to buy?

The MOT history for 4749 MV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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