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KX08 BDU

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

32,113 mi
Last recorded32,113 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs20,639 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX08 BDU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050 Abs
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 32,113 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 May 2025 30,705 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 28,739 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 May 2023 28,721 miles

Marks on swingarm where exhaust has been rubbing on it.

Pass 7 Apr 2022 28,214 miles

exhaust catching swingarm but not impeding function

Pass 18 Mar 2021 27,737 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

exhaust touching swinging arm but not affecting suspension operation

Fail 18 Mar 2021 27,737 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

exhaust touching swinging arm but not affecting suspension operation

Pass 21 Mar 2020 27,204 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 26,821 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 26,190 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 23,268 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 21,207 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 19,296 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 31,600 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 29,364 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 27,872 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 25,078 miles

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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KX08 BDU is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 20,639 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 KX08 BDU, 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 18 years old, this Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KX08 BDU registered?

KX08 BDU is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs, first registered on 3 April 2008.

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