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HY08 BGU

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

11,442 mi
Last recorded11,442 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 105020,128 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 BGU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 11,442 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 11,311 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 11,144 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2023 11,104 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 10,782 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 10,677 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 9,242 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 8,871 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 8,840 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 8,128 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 8,117 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 7,979 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2013 7,895 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 6,826 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 BGU is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BGU, 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 BGU registered?

HY08 BGU is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 2 May 2008.

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The MOT history for HY08 BGU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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