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GN08 RRV

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

18,291 mi
Last recorded18,291 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 105020,128 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 RRV
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2024 18,291 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 May 2022 16,110 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2021 14,175 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 13,381 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 10,701 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 10,441 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 9,932 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2016 9,541 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 8,503 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2014 6,837 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2014 6,837 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 25 May 2013 3,490 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 3,044 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 2,258 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger 1050?

Based on 17,430 MOT tests across 1,483 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
1,229
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
1,483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 103
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 94
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 50
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 49
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GN08 RRV is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 20,128 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Tiger 1050 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN08 RRV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger 1050 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Tiger 1050 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN08 RRV registered?

GN08 RRV is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is GN08 RRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN08 RRV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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