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WX08 FZE

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,967 mi
Last recorded26,967 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 105020,128 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX08 FZE
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 26,967 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 26,620 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 22,811 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020
Pass 10 May 2019

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 8 May 2019

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 19,309 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 18,681 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 17,459 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 16,221 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 16,221 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2014 16,063 miles

Rear Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 15,218 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 14,386 miles

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 12,244 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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WX08 FZE is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WX08 FZE, 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 WX08 FZE registered?

WX08 FZE is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for WX08 FZE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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