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HG59 WDX

2009 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

49,767 mi
Last recorded49,767 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs18,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG59 WDX
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050 Abs
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 49,767 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 48,185 miles
Fail 11 May 2024 48,185 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2023 47,635 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Apr 2022 44,559 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2021 40,786 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 37,934 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 30,645 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 30,573 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2017 25,807 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 22,577 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 19,072 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 15,733 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 15,733 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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HG59 WDX is a 2009 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 HG59 WDX, 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 HG59 WDX registered?

HG59 WDX is a 2009 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs, first registered on 18 December 2009.

Is HG59 WDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG59 WDX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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