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YT62 YYJ

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Grey Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

54,369 mi
Last recorded54,369 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYT62 YYJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Explorer 1215
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2025 54,369 miles

Front Fuel tank water drain blocked

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess Fork stanchion has front to back movement but not excessive. (5.3.3 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess rear shock linkage to swingarm has free play but not excessive. (5.3.3 (d))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2025 54,369 miles

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

Front Fuel tank water drain blocked

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess Fork stanchion has front to back movement but not excessive. (5.3.3 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess rear shock linkage to swingarm has free play but not excessive. (5.3.3 (d))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 53,201 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 51,714 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 49,087 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 41,887 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 34,011 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 32,644 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 31,203 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 25,180 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215?

Based on 5,873 MOT tests across 656 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,857
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
656
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 25
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 21
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YT62 YYJ is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 in Grey with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 22,028 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 Explorer 1215 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 27 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YT62 YYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 14 years old, this Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YT62 YYJ is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 1 September 2012.

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