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OU08 AKP

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

31,117 mi
Last recorded31,117 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs20,639 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 AKP
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050 Abs
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 31,117 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 24,855 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 21,885 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2023 23,181 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2022 18,445 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 15,668 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2021 15,668 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2020 13,613 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 12,446 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 10,560 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 9,887 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 9,837 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 9,620 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 9,128 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 8,643 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2012 8,609 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 8,609 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 7,287 miles

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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OU08 AKP is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OU08 AKP, 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 OU08 AKP registered?

OU08 AKP is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs, first registered on 20 April 2008.

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