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PK12 FNU

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Blue Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

42,814 mi
Last recorded42,814 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK12 FNU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Explorer 1215
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 42,814 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 42,416 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 39,151 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2022 39,151 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 34,738 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 34,362 miles

Front pads have surface corrosion.

Pass 28 Aug 2020 32,408 miles

Rear Rear Shocker has slightly reduced damping.

Pass 16 Aug 2019 29,064 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 27,153 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 23,211 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2017 23,211 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 19,941 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 19,834 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm FRONT TYRE BELOW 1MM (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2015 14,179 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 14,179 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 6,486 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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PK12 FNU is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 in Blue with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PK12 FNU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PK12 FNU registered?

PK12 FNU is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 4 May 2012.

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The MOT history for PK12 FNU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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