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NJ12 ZWS

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Grey Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

14,106 mi
Last recorded14,106 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ12 ZWS
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Explorer 1215
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2026 14,106 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2025 13,698 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Fork stanchion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Fork stanchion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 13,598 miles

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

Fail 26 Feb 2024 13,521 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 9 Feb 2023 13,040 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear tyre has been repaired

Pass 23 Oct 2020 11,944 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 11,480 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 9,503 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 8,727 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 7,415 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2017 7,415 miles

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 6,797 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 6,010 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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NJ12 ZWS is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 in Grey 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 NJ12 ZWS, 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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What year was NJ12 ZWS registered?

NJ12 ZWS is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 14 April 2012.

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