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618 UXO

1959 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1959 Triumph Tiger9,350 mi
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Vehicle Details

Registration618 UXO
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year1959
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine199cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2011
Pass 21 Sep 2010

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 21 Sep 2009 1,343 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 18 Sep 2008 1,307 miles

I have passed the front tyre due to the blocks being correct. it has not any E markings or MST markings but the age of the tyre is unknown and it is NOT marked For Trial Use Only.

no lights or indicators etc fitted at time of test, so machine only qualifies for daytime MOT.

Fail 11 Sep 2008 1,299 miles

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

After speaking to Clive Alison at Beverley, I have failed the rear tyre of this machine for having FOR TRIAL USE ONLY STAMPED ON IT, there are no MST or E markings on the tyre.

I have passed the front tyre due to the blocks being correct. it has not any E markings or MST markings but the age of the tyre is unknown and it is NOT marked For Trial Use Only.

no lights or indicators etc fitted at time of test, so machine only qualifies for daytime MOT.

Pass 28 Aug 2007 1,191 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 16,152 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2005 62,004 miles

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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618 UXO is a 1959 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1959 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.8% with a typical mileage of 9,350 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 618 UXO, 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 67 years old, this Triumph Tiger is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 618 UXO?

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What year was 618 UXO registered?

618 UXO is a 1959 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 31 December 1959.

Is 618 UXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for 618 UXO 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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