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HK12 UFB

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Black Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

33,394 mi
Last recorded33,394 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK12 UFB
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Explorer 1215
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 33,394 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2025 31,999 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 30,795 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 29,708 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Inner (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2022 25,493 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 23,871 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 18,945 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 18,414 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 18,414 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2017 15,630 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 9,589 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 6,198 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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HK12 UFB 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 HK12 UFB, 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 HK12 UFB registered?

HK12 UFB is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 14 April 2012.

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