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EA12 VFN

2012 Triumph Tiger

Grey Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

25,029 mi
Last recorded25,029 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger17,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA12 VFN
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 25,029 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2025 25,029 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jul 2024 22,480 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 20,336 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2024 20,336 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 16,432 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 16,371 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 16,105 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 15,558 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2017 15,464 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Apr 2016 15,079 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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EA12 VFN is a 2012 Triumph Tiger in Grey with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 EA12 VFN, 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.

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What year was EA12 VFN registered?

EA12 VFN is a 2012 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 28 April 2012.

Is EA12 VFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA12 VFN shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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