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CU08 GUW

2008 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,597 mi
Last recorded19,597 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger18,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU08 GUW
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 19,597 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 19,394 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 19,201 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 19,093 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 18,379 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2018 18,379 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2017 18,134 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 17,185 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 9 May 2016 17,183 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 18 May 2015 17,090 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 16,980 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2013 14,373 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2012 11,330 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 8,327 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger?

Based on 196,853 MOT tests across 24,469 vehicles.

90.6%
Pass Rate
1,327
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
24,469
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 812
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 793
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 629
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 374
Headlamp aim too low 304
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CU08 GUW is a 2008 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 18,818 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 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 812 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CU08 GUW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CU08 GUW registered?

CU08 GUW is a 2008 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is CU08 GUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU08 GUW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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