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HX08 YHL

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 105020,128 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX08 YHL
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026
Pass 11 Jul 2025 27,844 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 27,282 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 26,264 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2022 26,264 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 25,270 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 25,128 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2021 25,128 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2020 24,929 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2019 24,359 miles

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

Fail 27 Feb 2019 24,353 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2018 23,256 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 22,178 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 203,742 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 19 Jun 2015 20,374 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 May 2014 18,145 miles

slight uneven wear to front tyre

Pass 24 Apr 2013 13,172 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 30 Mar 2012 8,686 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 8,686 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 5,632 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger 1050?

Based on 17,430 MOT tests across 1,483 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
1,229
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
1,483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 103
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 94
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 50
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 49
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HX08 YHL is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 20,128 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX08 YHL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger 1050 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Tiger 1050 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HX08 YHL registered?

HX08 YHL is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 14 April 2008.

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