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GY12 FBJ

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Black Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

13,069 mi
Last recorded13,069 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY12 FBJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Explorer 1215
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 13,069 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2025 13,053 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 13,023 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 12,927 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 12,779 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 12,160 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 11,690 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 11,116 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2018 11,116 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2017 10,338 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 10,072 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2015 9,709 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215?

Based on 5,873 MOT tests across 656 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,857
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
656
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 21
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GY12 FBJ is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 in Black with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 22,028 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GY12 FBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 14 years old, this Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GY12 FBJ registered?

GY12 FBJ is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 23 March 2012.

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