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YN08 GRU

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,832 mi
Last recorded37,832 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 105020,128 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN08 GRU
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 15 May 2026 37,832 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 36,881 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 36,533 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 34,314 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 32,313 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 31,422 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 31,116 miles

Rear tyre wearing close to 1mm in centre tread

Pass 26 Apr 2019 29,188 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 27,292 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 26,257 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 23,746 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 19,662 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 17,763 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 14,863 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 12,528 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 8,860 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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YN08 GRU 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 100%.

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 YN08 GRU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YN08 GRU registered?

YN08 GRU is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is YN08 GRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN08 GRU shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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