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KR12 DCU

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Black Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,253 mi
Last recorded24,253 miles
Recorded on17 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR12 DCU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Explorer 1215
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 17 May 2025 24,253 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 23,112 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 21,825 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 20,195 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 18,837 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 17,289 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 14,917 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2017 13,604 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 12,227 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 10,324 miles

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

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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KR12 DCU is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 in Black with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KR12 DCU, 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 KR12 DCU registered?

KR12 DCU is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 12 June 2012.

Is KR12 DCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR12 DCU shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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