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AU08 FMX

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs

White Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

35,357 mi
Last recorded35,357 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs20,639 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 FMX
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050 Abs
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 35,357 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2025 35,357 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 34,940 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 34,812 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 31,047 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 27,920 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 25,873 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 22,917 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear tyre flat, inflated for test

Pass 9 May 2018 20,540 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 19,504 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 17,757 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 16,178 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 14,672 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2012 13,285 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 6,980 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 6,980 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs?

Based on 8,341 MOT tests across 722 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,285
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
722
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 23
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 15
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AU08 FMX is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs in White with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 20,639 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU08 FMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU08 FMX registered?

AU08 FMX is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs, first registered on 19 May 2008.

Is AU08 FMX safe to buy?

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