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OY12 MJF

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Black Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

38,536 mi
Last recorded38,536 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY12 MJF
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Explorer 1215
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 38,536 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 25 Apr 2026 38,536 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2025 37,023 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 33,328 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 31,373 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 31,130 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2020 30,851 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 30,514 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 24,396 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 20,598 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 20,344 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 19,885 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 17,583 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

One front mudguard bolt is missing,but mudguard is still secure.

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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OY12 MJF 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 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OY12 MJF, 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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OY12 MJF is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 23 March 2012.

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