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DA12 APV

2012 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

39,771 mi
Last recorded39,771 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs15,686 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA12 APV
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050 Abs
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 39,771 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 39,392 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 39,318 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 39,256 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 39,133 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 16 Aug 2021 39,128 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 36,130 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 17,209 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 15,346 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 13,996 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 10,665 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 10,665 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 8,569 miles

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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DA12 APV is a 2012 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 15,686 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 DA12 APV, 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 14 years old, this Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DA12 APV registered?

DA12 APV is a 2012 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs, first registered on 1 July 2012.

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