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RK08 AYE

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050

Orange Petrol 1049cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

28,323 mi
Last recorded28,323 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 105020,128 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 AYE
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,049cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2023 28,323 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 27,799 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 27,258 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 26,422 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 22,866 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 21,976 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 18,907 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 16,869 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 16,840 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 16,358 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 12,943 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 May 2013 12,943 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 9,638 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 4,859 miles

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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RK08 AYE is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 in Orange with a 1,049cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 RK08 AYE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RK08 AYE registered?

RK08 AYE is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is RK08 AYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK08 AYE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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