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PN08 PLJ

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

56,480 mi
Last recorded56,480 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 105020,128 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN08 PLJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 56,480 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 54,759 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 50,617 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 47,638 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 45,666 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 41,963 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 39,214 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 34,857 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 33,626 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Number plate light not working

Pass 18 Sep 2014 32,721 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Oct 2013 31,575 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 31,543 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Mar 2012 27,618 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 22,482 miles

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 25 Mar 2011 22,482 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

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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PN08 PLJ is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PN08 PLJ, 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.

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What year was PN08 PLJ registered?

PN08 PLJ is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 22 April 2008.

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