Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 reliable? We analysed 5,873 real MOT tests across 656 vehicles to find out.
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The Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215.
Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 5,291 | 90.9% | 13,916 | 22,028 | 32,109 |
| 2011 | 259 | 91.5% | 17,322 | 25,381 | 33,038 |
How Long Does a Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 Last?
Based on 656 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 vehicles on UK roads.
Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 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 Explorer 1215
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.5% MOT pass rate from 259 tests
90.9% MOT pass rate from 5,291 tests
The best year to buy a used Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.5% across 259 tests. The 2012 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.9% — 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 Explorer 1215 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 THIS CAR | 91.2% | 5,873 | 22,164 mi | 14 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 |
| Smart Roadster Coupe Brabus A | 76.9% | 3,503 | 51,514 mi | 22 yrs |
Compared to the Triumph Bonneville (90.1% pass rate) and the Triumph Tiger (90.6% pass rate), the Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215Should you buy a used Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215?
The Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.2% across 5,873 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 Explorer 1215 are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (27 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (26), and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (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 Explorer 1215 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 Explorer 1215 owner drives around 1,857 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 Explorer 1215 models stay on UK roads for around 14 years. 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.