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DA12 ATK

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Grey Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

10,157 mi
Last recorded10,157 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA12 ATK
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Explorer 1215
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 10,157 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2026 10,145 miles

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

Offside Front Securing R clip missing from the OSF caliper brake pad pin

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 21 May 2024 9,942 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 May 2023 9,787 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2021 9,681 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 9,299 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 8,691 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 7,947 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 7,409 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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DA12 ATK is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 in Grey with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DA12 ATK, 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.

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DA12 ATK is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 1 May 2012.

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