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GY12 FBK

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Blue Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

63,891 mi
Last recorded63,891 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY12 FBK
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Explorer 1215
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2026 63,891 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2025 58,322 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2024 54,850 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2024 54,850 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2023 47,071 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 42,460 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 31 Aug 2021 35,407 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 30,843 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 25,462 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 19,297 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 10,898 miles

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

slight movement lower forks

Pass 28 Apr 2016 9,420 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 8,840 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 FBK is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 in Blue with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FBK, 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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GY12 FBK is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 5 May 2012.

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