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LJ08 YGE

2008 Triumph Tiger 1050

Black Petrol 1050cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

29,416 mi
Last recorded29,416 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Triumph Tiger 105020,128 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 YGE
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 1050
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,050cc
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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 29,416 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 28,468 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 27,546 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2023 27,546 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2022 24,974 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 23,784 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose some tight links, very dry (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 23,123 miles

Nearside switchgear housing loose

Pass 16 Feb 2019 22,417 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 21,155 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 18,643 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 17,686 miles

front and rear tyre treads getting low

Fail 28 Jan 2016 17,686 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

front and rear tyre treads getting low

Pass 6 Jan 2015 16,177 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 14,157 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 11,428 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 11,428 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 11,305 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 15 Sep 2011 8,883 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 8,883 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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LJ08 YGE is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050 in Black with a 1,050cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LJ08 YGE, 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.

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What year was LJ08 YGE registered?

LJ08 YGE is a 2008 Triumph Tiger 1050, first registered on 25 July 2008.

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