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GX09 MKU

2009 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,924 mi
Last recorded11,924 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs18,779 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX09 MKU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050 Abs
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 11,924 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 11,660 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2023 10,992 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 29 Aug 2023 10,992 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2021 10,640 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 10,188 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 8,279 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 7,350 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 5,902 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 3,189 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 3,010 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 3,010 miles

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

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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GX09 MKU is a 2009 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2009 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 18,779 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 GX09 MKU, 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 17 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 GX09 MKU registered?

GX09 MKU is a 2009 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs, first registered on 15 May 2009.

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