Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs reliable? We analysed 2,070 real MOT tests across 230 vehicles to find out.
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The Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include roller brake test indicates a binding brake, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs.
Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 705 | 92.3% | 11,117 | 18,249 | 26,523 |
| 2011 | 1,260 | 91.3% | 11,164 | 19,094 | 28,909 |
How Long Does a Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs Last?
Based on 230 Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs vehicles on UK roads.
Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Triumph Tiger 800 XC 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 800 XC Abs
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
92.3% MOT pass rate from 705 tests
91.3% MOT pass rate from 1,260 tests
The best year to buy a used Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.3% across 705 tests. The 2011 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.3% — 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 800 XC 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 800 XC Abs THIS CAR | 91.8% | 2,070 | 18,610 mi | 15 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 |
| Mercedes E280 CDI Sport Auto | 71.6% | 871 | 136,491 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Triumph Bonneville (90.1% pass rate) and the Triumph Tiger (90.6% pass rate), the Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.8% across 2,070 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 800 XC Abs are roller brake test indicates a binding brake (7 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (5), and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5). 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 800 XC 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 800 XC Abs owner drives around 1,392 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 800 XC Abs models stay on UK roads for around 15 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.