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Triumph Tiger

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 885 cc

T34 BCKMOT history

T34 BCK is a black petrol Triumph Tiger first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Mar 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 20,969 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Mar 2026
Mileage
20,969 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T34 BCK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Triumph
Model
Tiger
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
885 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
23 May 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T34 BCK was last recorded at 20,969 miles on 23 May 2026, 1,646 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Oct 2007: 2 miles, lower than 27,156 miles on 15 Aug 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
19,323 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,646 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 20,969 miles
  • 2025 – 19,323 miles
  • 2024 – 17,462 miles
  • 2022 – 17,369 miles
  • 2021 – 17,093 miles
  • 2019 – 16,579 miles
  • 2018 – 16,185 miles
  • 2017 – 15,725 miles
  • 2016 – 9,728 miles
  • 2015 – 4,405 miles
  • 2014 – 2,951 miles
  • 2012 – 1,042 miles
  • 2011 – 660 miles
  • 2010 – 199 miles
  • 2007 – 2 miles
  • 2006 – 27,156 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail20,969 miles
  • MajorFront Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear tyre cracked

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail20,969 miles (+1,646)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,969 miles
    Test number
    888107745316
    • MajorFront Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyre cracked

  2. Pass19,323 miles (+1,861)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    19,323 miles
    Test number
    939283384830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass17,462 miles (+93)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    17,462 miles
    Test number
    603816048965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass17,369 miles (+276)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2023
    Odometer
    17,369 miles
    Test number
    298653958232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass17,093 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2022
    Odometer
    17,093 miles
    Test number
    790999357918
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. Fail17,089 miles (+510)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,089 miles
    Test number
    646706368501
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))
    • MajorDrive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass16,579 miles (+394)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    16,579 miles
    Test number
    787740716029
    • AdvisoryOffside Front no high beam warning lamp

  8. Pass16,185 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    16,185 miles
    Test number
    162068690611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail16,184 miles (+459)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,184 miles
    Test number
    584299451739
    • MajorCentral Front Brake excessively binding both calipers binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Stop lamp not working stop lamp does not work on application of brake on front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  10. Pass15,725 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    15,725 miles
    Test number
    688165441957
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

  11. Fail15,725 miles (+5,997)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,725 miles
    Test number
    121374359096
    • Repaired at testRear Brake linkage clevis joint excessively worn (3.2.A1d)
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

  12. Pass9,728 miles (+5,323)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    9,728 miles
    Test number
    607073193208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass4,405 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    4,405 miles
    Test number
    437705755188
    • NoteRear disc scored

  14. Fail4,405 miles (+1,454)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,405 miles
    Test number
    219079945488
    • FailureFront Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)
    • FailureRear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • NoteRear disc scored

  15. Pass2,951 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    2,951 miles
    Test number
    297952424462
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

  16. Fail2,951 miles (+1,909)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    2,951 miles
    Test number
    715392724145
    • Repaired at testFront Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

  17. Pass1,042 miles (+382)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    1,042 miles
    Test number
    655500552232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass660 miles (+461)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    660 miles
    Test number
    317567631252
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

  19. Pass199 miles (+197)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    199 miles
    Test number
    972476160145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass2 miles (-27,154)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    2 miles
    Test number
    313422987230
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
    • NoteFront brakes are binding slightly

  21. Pass27,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    27,156 miles
    Test number
    991027926232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail27,156 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,156 miles
    Test number
    310714526298
    • FailureNearside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Questions about T34 BCK

Does T34 BCK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T34 BCK expired on 25 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T34 BCK?
The MOT on T34 BCK expired on 25 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T34 BCK done?
T34 BCK was recorded at 20,969 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2026.
Has T34 BCK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T34 BCK has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T34 BCK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Oct 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T34 BCK find?
T34 BCK failed its latest MOT on 23 May 2026 with 3 major defects and 2 advisories: front stop lamp not working; nearside headlamp aim too low; offside headlamp aim too high, and 2 more.

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