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Triumph Tiger 1200 Alpine

Motorcycle
Overall MOT pass rate
96% +17.7% vs UK average

From 223 MOT tests. Above average for its class.

0.049 failures per 10,000 miles when adjusted for the 8,210-mile median distance driven.
This page covers a specific trim. For combined pass rate, fleet numbers, and all variants see the Triumph Tiger overview.

Common MOT failure categories

brake control has insufficient reserve travel1.3%
tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements0.9%
on a motorcycle with two front or rear wheels, there is inadequate braking effort at a wheel0.9%
the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements0.4%
number plate does not conform to the specified requirements0.4%
brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm0.4%

Pass rate by registration year

99%
20
93.4%
21

What goes wrong?

The most common MOT failure reasons are brake control has insufficient reserve travel, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, on a motorcycle with two front or rear wheels and there is inadequate braking effort at a wheel. The top issue, brake control has insufficient reserve travel, caused 3 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.

brake control has insufficient reserve travel3
tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements2
on a motorcycle with two front or rear wheels, there is inadequate braking effort at a wheel2
the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements1
number plate does not conform to the specified requirements1
brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm1

By registration year

YearPass rateTop failures
202193.4%tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, on a motorcycle with two front or rear wheels, there is inadequate braking effort at a wheel
202099%brake control has insufficient reserve travel

Typical mileage

Half of all Tiger 1200 Alpines tested had between 5,763 and 13,186 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.

5,763
13,186
median: 8,210 miles

At 8,210 median miles, the Tiger 1200 Alpine has 0.049 failures per 10,000 miles driven.

Other Triumph models

Triumph Bonneville90.9%
Triumph Tiger91.6%
Triumph Sprint87.1%
Triumph Daytona85.9%
Triumph Speed Triple88.7%

Common questions

What is the Triumph Tiger 1200 Alpine MOT pass rate?

The Triumph Tiger 1200 Alpine has a 96% MOT pass rate based on 223 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.

What are common MOT failures on a Triumph Tiger 1200 Alpine?

The most common MOT failure on the Triumph Tiger 1200 Alpine is brake control has insufficient reserve travel, which caused 3 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.

What is the typical mileage of a Triumph Tiger 1200 Alpine at MOT?

The median mileage at MOT for a Triumph Tiger 1200 Alpine is 8,210 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 5,763 and 13,186 miles.

MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.