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PJ12 XVV

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Blue Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,142 mi
Last recorded27,142 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ12 XVV
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Explorer 1215
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2026 27,142 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play VERY slight freeplay in lower head bearing (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2025 24,957 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 23,837 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both front forks (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 23,093 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 21,545 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 19,508 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 18,847 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 18,841 miles

front brake pads look low.

Pass 3 May 2018 18,261 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 15,624 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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PJ12 XVV is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 in Blue with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PJ12 XVV, 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 PJ12 XVV registered?

PJ12 XVV is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 2 July 2012.

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