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VX08 DYY

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

41,133 mi
Last recorded41,133 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 105020,128 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 DYY
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2023 41,133 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2023 41,133 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 39,238 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 38,316 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2021 38,316 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 37,564 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2019 37,262 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2019 37,262 miles

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

Stop lamp not working Front brake application. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 36,738 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 35,482 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2017 35,482 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 34,863 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 31,841 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 31,841 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 28,589 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 24,661 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 18,811 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 15,243 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger 1050?

Based on 17,430 MOT tests across 1,483 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
1,229
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
1,483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 103
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 94
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 50
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 49
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VX08 DYY is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 20,128 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 1050 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX08 DYY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger 1050 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Tiger 1050 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VX08 DYY registered?

VX08 DYY is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 25 April 2008.

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