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LJ57 VYV

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

65,017 mi
Last recorded65,017 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs20,639 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ57 VYV
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050 Abs
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 65,017 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 64,818 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 64,660 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 64,350 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 63,871 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

drive chain needs lubricating

Pass 7 Aug 2018 61,648 miles

Chain slightly to tight

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 58,398 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 53,869 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 48,783 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 41,296 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

rear tyre worn very flat in centre

Fail 1 Mar 2013 41,296 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

rear tyre worn very flat in centre

Pass 8 Feb 2012 26,632 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 14,907 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2011 14,907 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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LJ57 VYV is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LJ57 VYV, 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 LJ57 VYV registered?

LJ57 VYV is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs, first registered on 1 February 2008.

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