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YX08 GYH

2008 Triumph Tiger

Orange Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

20,424 mi
Last recorded20,424 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger18,818 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 GYH
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 20,424 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 20,114 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 19,680 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 19,211 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 18,590 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2022 18,590 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 17,851 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 17,331 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 May 2019 16,350 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 8 May 2019 16,350 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 15,476 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 14,466 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 13,207 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 13,207 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 11,891 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 10,958 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 9,367 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 8,192 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 5,918 miles

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

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

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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YX08 GYH is a 2008 Triumph Tiger in Orange with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 18,818 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 YX08 GYH, 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 18 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YX08 GYH registered?

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

Is YX08 GYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX08 GYH shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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