CarVerify

Free Car Check

GN08 VAM

2008 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 1050cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,100 mi
Last recorded30,100 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger18,818 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 VAM
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 30,100 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 29,825 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 29,734 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 29,679 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 29,679 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 28,581 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 27,507 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 27,264 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 27,264 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Slight brake bind on rear wheel

Pass 4 Nov 2015 26,921 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2014 23,031 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2013 21,580 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2012 19,874 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

advise + possible poor connection on the off side front indicator

Pass 26 Sep 2012 19,874 miles

advise + possible poor connection on the off side front indicator

Pass 26 Aug 2011 18,530 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

advise + the rear wheel goes tight when rotated backwards

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
Full Triumph Tiger reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GN08 VAM is a 2008 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VAM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GN08 VAM?

You can check the full history of GN08 VAM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GN08 VAM registered?

GN08 VAM is a 2008 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is GN08 VAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN08 VAM shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GN08 VAM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GN08 VAM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.