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GK12 UJY

2012 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,572 mi
Last recorded46,572 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs15,686 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK12 UJY
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050 Abs
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 46,572 miles

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

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

Fail 20 May 2026 46,572 miles

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

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls SWITCH (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 16 May 2025 40,052 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit UNEVEN WEAR PATTERN (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 May 2024 33,285 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 25,277 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy NOTCHY (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2022 20,344 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 16,809 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 14,733 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2020 14,733 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 12,458 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 10,625 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2018 10,625 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2017 9,927 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 9,647 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 7,277 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs?

Based on 8,341 MOT tests across 722 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,285
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
722
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 23
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 15
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GK12 UJY is a 2012 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 15,686 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 Abs fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GK12 UJY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GK12 UJY registered?

GK12 UJY is a 2012 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs, first registered on 1 March 2012.

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