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KR12 DDJ

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Black Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,032 mi
Last recorded25,032 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR12 DDJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Explorer 1215
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 25,032 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 23,675 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2023 23,661 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2022 23,447 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2022 23,438 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 22,996 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 17 Sep 2021 22,996 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 22,660 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 17,866 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2019 17,866 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 Jan 2017 14,241 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 10,058 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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KR12 DDJ is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 in Black with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KR12 DDJ, 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 DDJ registered?

KR12 DDJ is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 5 July 2012.

Is KR12 DDJ safe to buy?

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