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KP12 XKA

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Grey Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

101,102 mi
Last recorded101,102 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP12 XKA
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Explorer 1215
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 101,102 miles

Nearside Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NSF engine mount slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2025 98,991 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 94,900 miles

Rear luggage loose on mounts

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 91,990 miles

Rear rear luggage box loose on mounts

gear change linkage pin worn

rear brake lever linkage pin worn

seat loose on mounts

Fail 7 Jul 2023 91,990 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear rear luggage box loose on mounts

Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

gear change linkage pin worn

rear brake lever linkage pin worn

seat loose on mounts

Pass 2 Sep 2022 89,114 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 87,490 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracking slightly (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened rear shock absorber linkage rods rusting stain visual (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 86,332 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 83,615 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2018 69,367 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 54,591 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 54,591 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Jun 2016 39,055 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 23,721 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215?

Based on 5,873 MOT tests across 656 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,857
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
656
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 21
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KP12 XKA is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 in Grey with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 22,028 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 Explorer 1215 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KP12 XKA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 14 years old, this Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KP12 XKA registered?

KP12 XKA is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 30 May 2012.

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