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GX08 KHZ

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,215 mi
Last recorded13,215 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs20,639 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 KHZ
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050 Abs
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 13,215 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2025 13,209 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2024 24,774 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2024 12,887 miles

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

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2023 12,287 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2023 12,218 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 11,246 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 10,265 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2021 10,265 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jul 2019 8,117 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 8,028 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 May 2015 7,984 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 7,214 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 4,785 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 4,398 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 3,528 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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GX08 KHZ is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 20,639 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 GX08 KHZ, 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 18 years old, this Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GX08 KHZ registered?

GX08 KHZ is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs, first registered on 19 April 2008.

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