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BU08 HNO

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050

White Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

39,266 mi
Last recorded39,266 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 105020,128 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 HNO
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 39,266 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2025 39,083 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 38,511 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 35,607 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 34,873 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 28,608 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 27,418 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 21,991 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 19,769 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 17,064 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 16,452 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2012 15,540 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 14,841 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger 1050?

Based on 17,430 MOT tests across 1,483 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
1,229
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
1,483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 103
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 94
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 50
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 49
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BU08 HNO is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 in White with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 20,128 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Tiger 1050 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU08 HNO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger 1050 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Tiger 1050 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU08 HNO registered?

BU08 HNO is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is BU08 HNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 HNO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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