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HY08 BWL

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050

Orange Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,500 mi
Last recorded35,500 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 105020,128 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 5 May 2026 35,500 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2025 32,112 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 31,899 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 31,487 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort If it gets any worse, they will need replacing. (1.2.1 (e))

engine oil leak on os needs to be repaired

Pass 29 Oct 2021 30,025 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 May 2020 29,100 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 29,045 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 26,627 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 25,769 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 21,477 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 16,558 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 14,071 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 10,349 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 6,486 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 5,780 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 BWL is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 in Orange with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BWL, 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 BWL registered?

HY08 BWL is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 9 April 2008.

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