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VE12 ESG

2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs

Orange Petrol 800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

20,686 mi
Last recorded20,686 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs18,249 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE12 ESG
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 800 XC Abs
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 20,686 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 19,725 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 18,800 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 17,772 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 15,925 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 15,550 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 15,419 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 14,412 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 12,655 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 11,607 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 11,607 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 4,989 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs?

Based on 2,070 MOT tests across 230 vehicles.

91.8%
Pass Rate
1,392
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
230
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 5
Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 4
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VE12 ESG is a 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs in Orange with a 800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.3% with a typical mileage of 18,249 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 800 XC Abs fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VE12 ESG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VE12 ESG?

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What year was VE12 ESG registered?

VE12 ESG is a 2012 Triumph Tiger 800 XC Abs, first registered on 3 August 2012.

Is VE12 ESG safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE12 ESG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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