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HY08 BCE

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050

Orange Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

26,689 mi
Last recorded26,689 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 105020,128 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 BCE
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 26,689 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 25,244 miles

Rear tyre cuts

chain not aligned correctley

Pass 6 Jan 2021 24,861 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 24,357 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 23,527 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 21,800 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 18,854 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake advise service (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 15,596 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 15,596 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 12,009 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 10,470 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 8,551 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 5,081 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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HY08 BCE is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 in Orange with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HY08 BCE, 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 HY08 BCE registered?

HY08 BCE is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is HY08 BCE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY08 BCE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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