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RV12 JZL

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Grey Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,195 mi
Last recorded32,195 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV12 JZL
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Explorer 1215
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 9 May 2026 32,195 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit showing signs of cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front rad bracket loose

Pass 3 May 2025 31,092 miles

Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear pistons rusty (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2023 30,198 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake may need service looking rusty (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitting in one area (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 28,973 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil and stiff movement (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2017 26,885 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 24,373 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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RV12 JZL is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 in Grey with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 RV12 JZL, 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 RV12 JZL registered?

RV12 JZL is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 13 April 2012.

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