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GV12 LXC

2012 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

53,228 mi
Last recorded53,228 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger17,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV12 LXC
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 53,228 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2024 48,590 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

front forks on lower section staring to corrode

Pass 7 Sep 2023 46,973 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 43,865 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2022 43,865 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Sep 2021 40,359 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 36,297 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 31,652 miles

Front tyre is perished.

Wind deflector has been painted restricting the drivers view.

Pass 11 Sep 2018 25,896 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 11 Sep 2018 25,896 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2017 18,882 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 18,184 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 17,033 miles

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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GV12 LXC is a 2012 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 17,358 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 GV12 LXC, 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 14 years old, this Triumph Tiger is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV12 LXC registered?

GV12 LXC is a 2012 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is GV12 LXC safe to buy?

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