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GF12 OBZ

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Grey Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

31,612 mi
Last recorded31,612 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF12 OBZ
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Explorer 1215
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 31,612 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 30,225 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 29,941 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2024 29,939 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Apr 2023 29,428 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 28,701 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 27,291 miles
Pass 2 May 2020 25,921 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 23,827 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 21,224 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 19,597 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 16,839 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 15,075 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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GF12 OBZ is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 in Grey 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 GF12 OBZ, 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 GF12 OBZ registered?

GF12 OBZ is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 2 May 2012.

Is GF12 OBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF12 OBZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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