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YX61 VAO

2012 Triumph Tiger

Orange Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

32,372 mi
Last recorded32,372 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger17,358 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX61 VAO
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 32,372 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 31,817 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 29,770 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 27,127 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 24,754 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 21,792 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-2.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2020 18,848 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 15,354 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 13,210 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 11,443 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2017 11,434 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 May 2016 8,225 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 6,006 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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YX61 VAO is a 2012 Triumph Tiger in Orange with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 17,358 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 YX61 VAO, 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 14 years old, this Triumph Tiger is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YX61 VAO registered?

YX61 VAO is a 2012 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 February 2012.

Is YX61 VAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX61 VAO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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