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SD12 ZXT

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Grey Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

33,338 mi
Last recorded33,338 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 33,338 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 31,648 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 30,418 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 29,025 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2022 29,025 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2021 28,890 miles

Nearside Front slight play in gear lever, small extension.

Pass 9 Jun 2020 28,717 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 27,469 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 25,803 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 24,794 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 24,595 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 May 2015 17,937 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front tyre tread starting to perish

Fail 9 May 2015 17,937 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front tyre tread starting to perish

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 ZXT 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 76.9%.

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 SD12 ZXT, 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 ZXT registered?

SD12 ZXT is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 11 May 2012.

Is SD12 ZXT safe to buy?

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