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FD12 VLX

2012 Triumph Tiger

Green Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

24,248 mi
Last recorded24,248 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger17,358 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD12 VLX
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2012
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 24,248 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 23,137 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 22,938 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 22,036 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2022 22,036 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2021 18,266 miles

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 18,233 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 13,408 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 12,779 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 12,187 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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FD12 VLX is a 2012 Triumph Tiger in Green with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FD12 VLX, 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 FD12 VLX registered?

FD12 VLX is a 2012 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 28 July 2012.

Is FD12 VLX safe to buy?

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