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GF12 RKO

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Grey Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

32,368 mi
Last recorded32,368 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2026 32,368 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2026 32,368 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2025 32,029 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2024 31,688 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 30,784 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2022 29,542 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 24,544 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 21,576 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 20,972 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2017 19,504 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 17,788 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 1 May 2015 17,140 miles

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

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 RKO is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 in Grey with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RKO, 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 RKO registered?

GF12 RKO is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 25 April 2012.

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