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LJ08 MPF

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,438 mi
Last recorded16,438 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 105020,128 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 MPF
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 13 May 2026 16,438 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 15,197 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 15,106 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 14,559 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2020 13,334 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2019 11,053 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 8,891 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 8,420 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 8,284 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 7,760 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 7,627 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 6,284 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2012 5,620 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 4,827 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger 1050?

Based on 17,430 MOT tests across 1,483 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
1,229
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
1,483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 103
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 94
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 50
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 49
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LJ08 MPF is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 20,128 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Tiger 1050 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ08 MPF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger 1050 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Tiger 1050 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ08 MPF registered?

LJ08 MPF is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 26 March 2008.

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