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WK08 EGJ

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050

Blue Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

61,038 mi
Last recorded61,038 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 105020,128 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK08 EGJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 61,038 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim Slight dink in front wheel rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 57,050 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2024 57,046 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 54,650 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 25 runout on machine. (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 52,134 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2021 51,144 miles

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 49,343 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 44,583 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear 180/55-ZR17 Strada worn down to 1.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 39,465 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 30,244 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 21,478 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 14,330 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 12,687 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 11,269 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 7,644 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 5,022 miles

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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WK08 EGJ is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 in Blue with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WK08 EGJ, 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 WK08 EGJ registered?

WK08 EGJ is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is WK08 EGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK08 EGJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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