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KN09 VGO

2009 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs

White Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

55,386 mi
Last recorded55,386 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs18,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN09 VGO
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050 Abs
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 55,386 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2026 55,383 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 29 May 2025 49,275 miles
Fail 29 May 2025 49,275 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2024 42,609 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 42,578 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2019 41,239 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 39,184 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2018 39,184 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Dec 2016 36,599 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 32,445 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 30,942 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 30,015 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 26,304 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2012 22,339 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs?

Based on 8,341 MOT tests across 722 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,285
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
722
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 26
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 23
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 15
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KN09 VGO is a 2009 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs in White with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2009 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 18,779 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 Abs fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KN09 VGO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 17 years old, this Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KN09 VGO registered?

KN09 VGO is a 2009 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs, first registered on 30 May 2009.

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