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WG12 DUA

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Blue Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

29,306 mi
Last recorded29,306 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG12 DUA
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Explorer 1215
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 29,306 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2024 25,525 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 22,071 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2022 18,778 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 16,874 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2021 16,874 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated BOTH (1.1.13 (b))

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

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure Side Stand Nut missing / Bolt Insecure (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 16,490 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 16,437 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 16,025 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 12,945 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 9,438 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 6,697 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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WG12 DUA is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 in Blue with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 WG12 DUA, 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 WG12 DUA registered?

WG12 DUA is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 30 June 2012.

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