Triumph Tiger (1994)
1994 Triumph Tiger
CarHunch analysed 120 real MOT records for the 1994 Triumph Tiger. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 1994 Triumph Tiger passes its MOT slightly above the UK average at 82.6%, which is a respectable result for a vehicle of this age—though the 14.2% dangerous defect rate is worth noting if you're buying one, as it suggests a meaningful minority have had serious safety issues. With a median mileage of just over 36,000 miles, these survivors have been genuinely low-mileage keepers, which explains why they're holding up reasonably well against the national benchmark.
The real story emerges in the advisory count: at 6.1 per vehicle, these Tigers accumulate minor niggles that need watching, while averaging 1.73 failures suggests aging electrics, trim, and consumables rather than structural rot. If you're considering one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension and brake components, since those consistently appear in advisories on 30-year-old machines.
What to check before buying a 1994 Triumph Tiger
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (98%) | 118 | 82.3% | 1.75 |
| Other (2%) | 2 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 1994 Triumph Tiger vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1994 Triumph Tiger vehicles fall between 25,714 and 46,945 miles.
1994 Triumph Tiger — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 19 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (35% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 1994 Triumph Tiger
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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40.6%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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34.2%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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28.9%
Drive chain slightly loose
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24.6%
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort
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23%
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
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23%
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
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21.9%
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn
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19.3%
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1994. Counts include advisories and failures.
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