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DX08 CBU

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,336 mi
Last recorded18,336 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 105020,128 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 CBU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 18,336 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 17,969 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 17,605 miles

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2022 16,806 miles

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2021 15,177 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 13,382 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 11,984 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2018 11,653 miles

clutch lever broken

Pass 6 Jan 2017 9,834 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 19 Jul 2016 9,767 miles

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 9,486 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 9,059 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 8,115 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 May 2013 8,115 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 7,435 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 7,073 miles

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

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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DX08 CBU is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX08 CBU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DX08 CBU?

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What year was DX08 CBU registered?

DX08 CBU is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is DX08 CBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX08 CBU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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