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HY08 FZA

2008 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

25,565 mi
Last recorded25,565 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger18,818 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY08 FZA
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 25,565 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2024 24,976 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 24,438 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 23,257 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 22,208 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 21,763 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2019 21,748 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2018 18,470 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 18,385 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 17,708 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 17,131 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 16,132 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 13,386 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 25 Jun 2013 11,461 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 10,686 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 8,703 miles
Fail 19 May 2011 8,691 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

twqo small metal objects in rear tyre

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger?

Based on 196,853 MOT tests across 24,469 vehicles.

90.6%
Pass Rate
1,327
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
24,469
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 812
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 793
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 629
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 374
Headlamp aim too low 304
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HY08 FZA is a 2008 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 18,818 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 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 812 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HY08 FZA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HY08 FZA registered?

HY08 FZA is a 2008 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 23 August 2008.

Is HY08 FZA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY08 FZA shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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