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DV12 HTU

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Blue Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

32,482 mi
Last recorded32,482 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV12 HTU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Explorer 1215
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 32,482 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 30,618 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 29,164 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 27,638 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 26,103 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 24,571 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 23,522 miles

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

Front Wearing unevenly

Rear Tyre squaring off

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Very slightly notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2019 21,974 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 19,970 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 18,242 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 13,685 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 13,685 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2015 12,101 miles

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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DV12 HTU is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 in Blue with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DV12 HTU, 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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What year was DV12 HTU registered?

DV12 HTU is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 29 March 2012.

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