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SD12 ZXP

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Grey Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

32,790 mi
Last recorded32,790 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD12 ZXP
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Explorer 1215
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 32,790 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2025 30,395 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 27,863 miles

Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 26,288 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 24,004 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 20,968 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2021 20,968 miles

Central Rear Registration plate insecure registration plate held by one bolt. bolt tightened and 2nd fitted (0.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 19,723 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 17,894 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 16,025 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 13,705 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 7 May 2016 10,138 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 8 May 2015 6,201 miles

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

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

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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SD12 ZXP is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 in Grey with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 SD12 ZXP, 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 SD12 ZXP registered?

SD12 ZXP is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 4 May 2012.

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