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HY08 BGK

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050

White Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

17,514 mi
Last recorded17,514 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 105020,128 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 BGK
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 17,514 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2025 17,498 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2024 17,300 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 17,230 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 17,180 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 17,036 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2016 17,026 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2015 16,931 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 15,867 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 15,647 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 15,093 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2011 11,223 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 11,223 miles

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

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 BGK is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 in White with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 HY08 BGK, 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.

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What year was HY08 BGK registered?

HY08 BGK is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is HY08 BGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY08 BGK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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