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Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer reliable? We analysed 294 real MOT tests across 260 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 294 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
93.2%
Typical Mileage
7,960mi
Annual Mileage
mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer.

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

92.7%
2022

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3
Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released 1

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 246 92.7% 5,162 8,032 12,233

How Long Does a Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer Last?

Based on 260 Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.5 years
Median
2.0 years

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
7,960 mi
75th Percentile
12,741 mi
95th Percentile
21,796 mi
Max Recorded
46,773 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2022

92.7% MOT pass rate from 246 tests

The best year to buy a used Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.7% across 246 tests.

How Does the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer THIS CAR 93.2% 294 7,960 mi — 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
Citroen Berlingo Multispace + HDI 92% 423 47,830 mi — yrs

Compared to the Triumph Bonneville (90.1% pass rate) and the Triumph Tiger (90.6% pass rate), the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer?

The Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.2% across 294 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

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.

Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer reliable?
Based on 294 MOT tests, the Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer has a 93.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer do per year?
Mileage data is not yet available for this model.
How long does a Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Triumph Tiger 1200 Rally Explorer is 2022 with a 92.7% pass rate across 246 tests.