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OU08 FXW

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050

Orange Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

23,219 mi
Last recorded23,219 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 105020,128 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU08 FXW
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 23,219 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 23,031 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 22,732 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 22,692 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 22,515 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 22,323 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 21,786 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 Feb 2020 21,786 miles

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

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 21,549 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 26 Jan 2018 20,732 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2017 18,451 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 18,447 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 12 May 2016 15,001 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 14,963 miles

some chain links stiffing up

Pass 19 Jul 2012 13,739 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 12,071 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 12,071 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

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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OU08 FXW is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 in Orange with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU08 FXW, 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 OU08 FXW registered?

OU08 FXW is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 12 August 2008.

Is OU08 FXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU08 FXW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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