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EA12 VFR

2012 Triumph Tiger

Blue Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

46,018 mi
Last recorded46,018 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2024
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger17,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA12 VFR
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2024 46,018 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 44,240 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Side stand mounting bolt loose.

Pass 9 Apr 2022 38,879 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2021 34,193 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Apr 2021 34,140 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 30,607 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 25,421 miles

Front Inner INNER FORK BUSHES HAVE SLIGHT FREE PLAY

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 23 Mar 2019 25,421 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Inner INNER FORK BUSHES HAVE SLIGHT FREE PLAY

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 18,948 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2017 16,391 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 12,894 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 VFR is a 2012 Triumph Tiger in Blue 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 VFR, 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 VFR registered?

EA12 VFR is a 2012 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 19 April 2012.

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