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SM12 HMG

2012 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

45,459 mi
Last recorded45,459 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger17,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 HMG
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 45,459 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2025 40,838 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 29,801 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2023 29,776 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 24,802 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2020 23,973 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 23,102 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 20,140 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 15,186 miles

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

slight bind on front brakes

Pass 13 Aug 2016 11,517 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 8,672 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger?

Based on 196,853 MOT tests across 24,469 vehicles.

90.6%
Pass Rate
1,327
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
24,469
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 812
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 793
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 629
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 374
Headlamp aim too low 304
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SM12 HMG is a 2012 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2012 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 17,358 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 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 812 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM12 HMG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 14 years old, this Triumph Tiger is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM12 HMG registered?

SM12 HMG is a 2012 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 26 May 2012.

Is SM12 HMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 HMG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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