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VK12 JYE

2012 Triumph Tiger 800

Black Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,017 mi
Last recorded26,017 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger 80016,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK12 JYE
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 800
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 13 Sep 2025 26,017 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

O/S exhaust joint clamp corroded

Pass 20 Sep 2024 25,907 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 25,893 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 25,657 miles
Pass 30 May 2021 25,089 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 24,776 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 24,074 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 20,918 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 16,646 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 12,802 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger 800?

Based on 8,274 MOT tests across 826 vehicles.

92.3%
Pass Rate
1,383
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
826
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 19
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 10
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VK12 JYE is a 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 in Black with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.5% with a typical mileage of 16,482 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Tiger 800 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK12 JYE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger 800 typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Triumph Tiger 800 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VK12 JYE registered?

VK12 JYE is a 2012 Triumph Tiger 800, first registered on 30 March 2012.

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