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FJ08 RLU

2008 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,149 mi
Last recorded26,149 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger18,818 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 RLU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 26,149 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 25,994 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2024 25,994 miles

Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jun 2023 25,446 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2022 23,553 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2020 21,176 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 17,214 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 16,357 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 15,779 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 14,766 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 14,766 miles

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 16 May 2015 13,663 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 9,810 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2013 6,524 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 6,457 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 5,962 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger?

Based on 196,853 MOT tests across 24,469 vehicles.

90.6%
Pass Rate
1,327
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
24,469
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 812
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 793
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 629
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 374
Headlamp aim too low 304
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FJ08 RLU is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 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 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 18,818 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 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 812 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ08 RLU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ08 RLU registered?

FJ08 RLU is a 2008 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is FJ08 RLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ08 RLU 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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