Triumph Tiger 1050 (2011)
2011 Triumph Tiger 1050
CarHunch analysed 196 real MOT records for the 2011 Triumph Tiger 1050. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2011 Triumph Tiger 1050 passes its MOT on the first attempt 88.2% of the time, comfortably ahead of the UK average of 80%, and only 14.8% of these bikes have ever recorded a dangerous defect—a reassuringly low figure. This suggests the Tiger is a mechanically sound choice for its age.
At just 16,038 miles median mileage, these machines are lightly used for their 13 years, which explains the strong pass rate and why you'll typically see fewer than one failure per test. The average of 3.8 advisories per MOT indicates minor wear items need attention, but if you're shopping for one, have a pre-purchase inspection focus on suspension and exhaust components—the typical trouble spots for middling-mileage adventure bikes.
What to check before buying a 2011 Triumph Tiger 1050
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (90%) | 176 | 87.3% | 0.98 |
| Other (10%) | 20 | 96% | 0.15 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2011 Triumph Tiger 1050 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2011 Triumph Tiger 1050 vehicles fall between 11,022 and 21,816 miles.
2011 Triumph Tiger 1050 — Still on the Road
123 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 79% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
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