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MX12 HZU

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Black Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

38,415 mi
Last recorded38,415 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX12 HZU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Explorer 1215
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 38,415 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 37,268 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2023 35,126 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 34,029 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2022 34,029 miles

Front Brake lever insecure Lock nut missing (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake caliper insecurely mounted and braking performance affected Both bolts loose (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever lock nut missing

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

Pass 10 Aug 2021 30,005 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2021 30,005 miles

Headlamp aim too high Excessive light over the beam cut off from LED bulbs (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 24,878 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 23,080 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 21,315 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 16,942 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2016 14,101 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 10,743 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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MX12 HZU is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 in Black with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 MX12 HZU, 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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MX12 HZU is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 5 April 2012.

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