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GX08 MJU

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050

Orange Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,801 mi
Last recorded41,801 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 105020,128 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX08 MJU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 41,801 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose bracket missing on joint (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 39,468 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 38,444 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 35,276 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Fail 29 Apr 2019 35,276 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 18 May 2018 33,629 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 33,236 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 31,744 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 30,214 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 29,191 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 23,651 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 May 2012 15,690 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 15,690 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Jul 2011 11,474 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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GX08 MJU is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 in Orange with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX08 MJU, 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.

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What year was GX08 MJU registered?

GX08 MJU is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 23 May 2008.

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The MOT history for GX08 MJU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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