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GN08 VCM

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050

Orange Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,704 mi
Last recorded26,704 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 105020,128 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN08 VCM
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2025 26,704 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2024 26,447 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 25,678 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 25,559 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 24,602 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2017 24,166 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 21,629 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 19,749 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 17,231 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 14,955 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 11,659 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger 1050?

Based on 17,430 MOT tests across 1,483 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
1,229
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
1,483
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 103
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 94
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 61
Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick 50
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 49
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GN08 VCM is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 in Orange with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 20,128 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Tiger 1050 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 103 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GN08 VCM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger 1050 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Triumph Tiger 1050 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN08 VCM registered?

GN08 VCM is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 8 July 2008.

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The MOT history for GN08 VCM shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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