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YX08 GYT

2008 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,598 mi
Last recorded32,598 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger18,818 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 GYT
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 4 Sep 2025 32,598 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 31,884 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 28,357 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 23,904 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 21,887 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 20,710 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 18,424 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2013 16,969 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 16,257 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 11,171 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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YX08 GYT is a 2008 Triumph Tiger in Blue with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GYT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YX08 GYT registered?

YX08 GYT is a 2008 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is YX08 GYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX08 GYT shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YX08 GYT have outstanding finance?

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