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WJ12 TXW

2012 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,923 mi
Last recorded46,923 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger17,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ12 TXW
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 46,923 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 31 Mar 2025 46,033 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 31 Mar 2025 46,033 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 45,840 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Mar 2024 45,840 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 44,612 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front brake lever little reserve travel

Pass 28 Mar 2022 35,806 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 28,206 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 26,151 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2020 26,032 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2019 24,066 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 23,816 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 21,457 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2017 21,457 miles

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light front (1.3.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 21,391 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 19,417 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger?

Based on 196,853 MOT tests across 24,469 vehicles.

90.6%
Pass Rate
1,327
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
24,469
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 812
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 793
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 629
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 374
Headlamp aim too low 304
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WJ12 TXW is a 2012 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 17,358 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 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 812 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WJ12 TXW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 14 years old, this Triumph Tiger is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was WJ12 TXW registered?

WJ12 TXW is a 2012 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 21 May 2012.

Is WJ12 TXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ12 TXW shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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