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KO08 EGU

2008 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

14,820 mi
Last recorded14,820 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger18,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO08 EGU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 14,820 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 13,572 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively Both (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 11,182 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 9,201 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 8,217 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 7,661 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 6,862 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 6,393 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 6,026 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 5,425 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2016 5,425 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released rear switch (1.3.1e)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 5,069 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2014 4,528 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 4,528 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 31 Jul 2013 4,571 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Oil leak

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

drive chain needs lubeing

Pass 3 Jul 2012 2,755 miles

Drive chain is dry,

Nail in rear tyre

Oil leak

Pass 31 May 2011 185 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 185 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

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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KO08 EGU is a 2008 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KO08 EGU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KO08 EGU registered?

KO08 EGU is a 2008 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 11 August 2008.

Is KO08 EGU safe to buy?

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