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HN12 LGE

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Grey Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

53,906 mi
Last recorded53,906 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN12 LGE
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Explorer 1215
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 53,906 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 53,899 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 53,866 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 53,655 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 52,818 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2020 52,811 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 15 May 2019 51,228 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 45,267 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 45,265 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 24 May 2017 38,896 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 38,896 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake performance not tested due to condition of disc and pads (3.3) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2016 30,209 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. forks pitted (2.3.1)

Fail 17 May 2016 30,209 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. forks pitted (2.3.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 May 2015 22,731 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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HN12 LGE is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 in Grey with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HN12 LGE, 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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HN12 LGE is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 26 May 2012.

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