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BN12 ETT

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Blue Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

31,912 mi
Last recorded31,912 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 31,912 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2025 31,161 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2023 29,903 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 29,476 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2022 29,463 miles

Fork yoke insecure (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jun 2021 28,944 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2020 28,080 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 26,176 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 22,635 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 17,735 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 15,410 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Jun 2015 9,858 miles

rear brake pads worn low

rear tyre worn in center

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 ETT is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 in Blue with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ETT, 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 ETT registered?

BN12 ETT is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 12 May 2012.

Is BN12 ETT safe to buy?

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