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YT61 VZK

2012 Triumph Tiger

Yellow Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

33,487 mi
Last recorded33,487 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger17,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT61 VZK
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2012
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 33,487 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 33,119 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 31,591 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2022 30,649 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 30,590 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2020 30,590 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 28,658 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 28,658 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2017 23,990 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 19,220 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2015 15,393 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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YT61 VZK is a 2012 Triumph Tiger in Yellow with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YT61 VZK, 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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How do I check the history of YT61 VZK?

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What year was YT61 VZK registered?

YT61 VZK is a 2012 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 3 January 2012.

Is YT61 VZK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YT61 VZK shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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