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BN12 DGO

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Blue Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

39,780 mi
Last recorded39,780 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN12 DGO
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Explorer 1215
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 39,780 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 38,809 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 38,056 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 37,935 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 35,788 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 35,541 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 29,808 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing reduced damping to rear shock (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 29,316 miles

Front Tyre cracking in tread

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 27,095 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 27,095 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 22,883 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 19,547 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 16,605 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2016 16,605 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 Apr 2015 10,602 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215?

Based on 5,873 MOT tests across 656 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,857
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
656
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 21
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BN12 DGO is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 in Blue with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 22,028 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 Explorer 1215 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN12 DGO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 14 years old, this Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN12 DGO registered?

BN12 DGO is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 28 March 2012.

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