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VX08 NFF

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

35,865 mi
Last recorded35,865 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 105020,128 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2024 35,865 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 33,993 miles

gear lever slightly loose but not dangerous

Pass 21 Sep 2021 33,733 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 31,679 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 26,268 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2019 26,268 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 24,144 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 17,895 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 16,220 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 15,708 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 15,193 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 14,338 miles

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 25 Aug 2012 12,675 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 12,675 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 10,839 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

rear drive chain very dry,lubrication required

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 NFF is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 NFF, 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 NFF registered?

VX08 NFF is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 7 May 2008.

Is VX08 NFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX08 NFF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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