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WJ12 DHX

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Black Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,127 mi
Last recorded52,127 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ12 DHX
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Explorer 1215
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 52,127 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2025 52,126 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 39,141 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2024 39,141 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 27,953 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2023 27,953 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 22,643 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 22,630 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 22,315 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 20,525 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 19,850 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 18,874 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2017 17,675 miles

rear tyre has some uneven ware.

Fail 31 Mar 2017 17,675 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

rear tyre has some uneven ware.

Pass 22 Mar 2016 14,855 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 11,567 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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WJ12 DHX is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 in Black with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WJ12 DHX, 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 WJ12 DHX registered?

WJ12 DHX is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 21 March 2012.

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