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GN08 PGK

2008 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

32,813 mi
Last recorded32,813 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger18,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 PGK
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 32,813 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2025 32,813 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2024 32,273 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 31,720 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Fail 23 Oct 2023 31,720 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2022 29,392 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 27,243 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 27,072 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2019 22,251 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2019 22,251 miles

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 21,483 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 20,323 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 19,405 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 18,961 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 18,222 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 17,577 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 15,755 miles

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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GN08 PGK is a 2008 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GN08 PGK, 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.

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What year was GN08 PGK registered?

GN08 PGK is a 2008 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 24 April 2008.

Is GN08 PGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN08 PGK shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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