Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs reliable? We analysed 8,341 real MOT tests across 722 vehicles to find out.
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The Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs.
Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 1,280 | 89.2% | 9,814 | 15,686 | 25,144 |
| 2011 | 1,032 | 89.3% | 9,108 | 15,080 | 22,958 |
| 2010 | 1,805 | 88.6% | 11,463 | 19,247 | 29,436 |
| 2009 | 1,956 | 90.2% | 11,140 | 18,779 | 28,070 |
| 2008 | 973 | 88.2% | 12,817 | 20,639 | 31,533 |
| 2007 | 1,098 | 89.5% | 13,468 | 22,620 | 32,582 |
How Long Does a Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs Last?
Based on 722 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs vehicles on UK roads.
Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
90.2% MOT pass rate from 1,956 tests
88.2% MOT pass rate from 973 tests
The best year to buy a used Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.2% across 1,956 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs THIS CAR | 89.4% | 8,341 | 18,535 mi | 19 yrs |
| Triumph Bonneville | 90.1% | 235,206 | 7,823 mi | 53 yrs |
| Triumph Tiger | 90.6% | 196,853 | 17,026 mi | 32 yrs |
| Triumph Sprint | 87.3% | 158,613 | 21,242 mi | 33 yrs |
| Volkswagen Golf Clubsport GTI TSI S-a | 92.5% | 2,580 | 28,599 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Triumph Bonneville (90.1% pass rate) and the Triumph Tiger (90.6% pass rate), the Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.4% across 8,341 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (27 recorded failures), shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (26), and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (25). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs owner drives around 1,285 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs models stay on UK roads for around 19 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.