2016 Triumph Tiger 0.8L Petrol · AX66 SXT

The most recent MOT, carried out on 29 September 2025, was passed with no recorded defects, confirming that the vehicle met the statutory safety and emissions standards at that date. Over the six‑year MOT record the car has consistently passed, with only advisory items noted in 2022, 2024 and 2025. This pattern indicates a generally stable maintenance regime, with wear items being flagged before they become failures, suggesting that the owner has been attentive to routine service requirements. At ten years old the Tiger has only 24 611 miles on the odometer, which works out to just under 2 500 miles per year – markedly below the average for a vehicle of its class. Such low utilisation often points to periods of infrequent use or prolonged storage, rather than high‑stress, high‑speed duty. While the low mileage reduces mechanical wear on the engine, transmission and suspension, the calendar age means that rubber components, seals and fluids may have degraded irrespective of distance travelled, and corrosion can develop on parts that have sat idle for long stretches. The advisories recorded merit particular attention. Both front brake pads were reported as “close to minimum limit” in the 2024 MOT, so the buyer should inspect the pad thickness and verify whether the pads have been replaced since then; any squealing, reduced pedal feel or a pulsating brake pedal on a test drive would signal that replacement is imminent or already required. The 2022 advisory about a “slightly loose” drive chain calls for a visual and tactile check of chain tension, sprocket wear and lubrication condition; a chain that is too slack can lead to accelerated wear, noisy operation and, in extreme cases, chain failure, which would be evident as a rattling sound or irregular engine rev response under load. Given the vehicle’s age and modest mileage, the buyer should also perform age‑related checks irrespective of the MOT record. Examine the tyre sidewalls for cracking, dry rot or uneven wear that can develop even on low‑kilometre tyres, and confirm that the tread depth remains above the legal minimum. Inspect the battery for signs of sulfation, low voltage and ensure the terminals are clean, as a ten‑year‑old battery may have lost capacity even if the car has not been driven far. Verify that all fluid reservoirs – engine oil, coolant, brake fluid and chain oil – have been changed at appropriate intervals, looking for discoloured or milky coolant, oily brake fluid or dried chain lube. Finally, check the under‑carriage for corrosion, especially around the frame, suspension bushes and exhaust mounts, and confirm that the service book contains regular oil changes and any recommended timing‑chain or chain‑adjustment work, as these are critical to long‑term reliability in a low‑usage, ageing motorcycle.