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DK08 LKL

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

14,488 mi
Last recorded14,488 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 105020,128 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 LKL
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 14,488 miles

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

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 29 Mar 2018 14,453 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2017 14,355 miles

Front front brake pads are close to wear limit, showing 2mm

Rear Rear tyre close to the wear limit, showing 2mm left on centre tread

Pass 5 Apr 2016 14,231 miles

small oil leak on l/h of side rocker cover

Pass 1 Apr 2015 13,499 miles

left hand front fork seal slight misting

Pass 4 Apr 2014
Pass 3 Apr 2013

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

Fail 3 Apr 2013

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Rear Top Box Rack Mounting insecure.

Pass 16 Apr 2012 13,275 miles

Front Brake Calipers beginning to bind slightly.

Pass 30 Apr 2011 12,977 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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DK08 LKL is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 DK08 LKL, 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.

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What year was DK08 LKL registered?

DK08 LKL is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 26 June 2008.

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