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OU58 BZB

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs

Orange Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,957 mi
Last recorded82,957 miles
Recorded on19 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs20,639 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU58 BZB
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050 Abs
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2025 82,957 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust manifold has a leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Front wheel bearings are rough when rotated

Pass 8 Jun 2024 82,778 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 81,997 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2023 81,990 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2021 80,657 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 12,122 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 78,237 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 75,342 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 72,594 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 69,115 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

rear brake slightly binding

Fail 29 Jun 2016 69,115 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front brake light switch not working (1.3.1a)

rear brake slightly binding

Fail 24 Mar 2016 69,104 miles

Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 9 Jul 2014 68,308 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 68,308 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 61,255 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 46,531 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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OU58 BZB is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs in Orange with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 Abs fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU58 BZB, 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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OU58 BZB is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 Abs, first registered on 3 October 2008.

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