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YX12 UML

2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215

Grey Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

16,110 mi
Last recorded16,110 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 121522,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX12 UML
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger Explorer 1215
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 16,110 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 16,102 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 16,066 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 15,687 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 14,866 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 13,887 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2021 13,871 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2020 12,967 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 12,115 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 10,001 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 9,493 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 7,534 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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YX12 UML is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215 in Grey with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 YX12 UML, 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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What year was YX12 UML registered?

YX12 UML is a 2012 Triumph Tiger Explorer 1215, first registered on 29 May 2012.

Is YX12 UML safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX12 UML shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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