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DX08 KZT

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050

Orange Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

43,616 mi
Last recorded43,616 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 105020,128 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 KZT
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 43,616 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2026 43,616 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Mar 2026 43,590 miles

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

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Feb 2025 41,866 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 6 Feb 2024 40,349 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 37,716 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 29,146 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 27,969 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2020 26,900 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2019 20,344 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2019 20,344 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 13,072 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 12,770 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 4 Oct 2016 12,014 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 10,779 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Mar 2015 8,862 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 5,391 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 2,605 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 2,527 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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DX08 KZT is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 in Orange with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 KZT, 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

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What year was DX08 KZT registered?

DX08 KZT is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 18 June 2008.

Is DX08 KZT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX08 KZT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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