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SM12 TYY

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Blue Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2023
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,895 mi
Last recorded61,895 miles
Recorded on6 May 2022
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM12 TYY
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Explorer 1215
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 6 May 2022 61,895 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2020 60,234 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slight notch (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2019 59,477 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 58,749 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 55,342 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 47,247 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 35,195 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 31,762 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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SM12 TYY is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 in Blue with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 SM12 TYY, 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 SM12 TYY registered?

SM12 TYY is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 22 June 2012.

Is SM12 TYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM12 TYY shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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