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YX08 GXB

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

24,298 mi
Last recorded24,298 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 105020,128 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 GXB
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2024 24,298 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2022 24,269 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 22,003 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 20,665 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 17,999 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 16,344 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2017 15,427 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 14,483 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 13,132 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 12,128 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 10,987 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 9,294 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 May 2012 9,294 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 7,896 miles

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

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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YX08 GXB is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YX08 GXB, 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 YX08 GXB registered?

YX08 GXB is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 1 May 2008.

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The MOT history for YX08 GXB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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