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MC57 BFY

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050

Orange Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

33,211 mi
Last recorded33,211 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 105020,128 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC57 BFY
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 33,211 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2025 30,133 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2024 26,765 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 23,556 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 19,429 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2020 17,073 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2019 13,582 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2018 9,887 miles

direction indicators flash a bit fast.

Fail 13 Apr 2018 9,884 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

direction indicators flash a bit fast.

Pass 14 Jun 2017 9,852 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 9,650 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 9,356 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 8,683 miles

radiator has a slight leak

Pass 8 Apr 2013 8,288 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 6,578 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 6,564 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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MC57 BFY is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 in Orange with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 MC57 BFY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MC57 BFY registered?

MC57 BFY is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 1 February 2008.

Is MC57 BFY safe to buy?

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