2011 Triumph Tiger 0.8L Petrol · GL11 YXC

The Triumph Tiger presents a clean bill of health across its entire recorded MOT history, with every single test resulting in a pass and zero defects flagged. The most recent test on 13 March 2026 at 9,644 miles returned a completely clean sheet, indicating that all roadworthiness standards were met with no advisories or failures. The maintenance trend is demonstrably stable and consistent, showing no recurring faults, no emerging mechanical concerns, and no deterioration in condition over the five recorded tests spanning from September 2021 through March 2026. The mileage pattern tells a clear story of exceptionally low usage. The bike covered just 1,988 miles over the nearly five-year period between September 2021 and March 2026, averaging roughly 400 miles per year in that window. Across its full life, the 9,644 recorded miles from a 2011 machine equates to approximately 643 miles annually, which is well below typical motorcycle usage. A notable gap exists between the September 2021 test at 7,656 miles and the May 2023 test at 7,809 miles, representing only 153 miles of use over nearly two years. This suggests the bike spent extended periods stationary, a pattern that continued through the subsequent tests with similarly modest annual increments. Low mileage does not automatically equate to good condition. A motorcycle standing for long periods can develop seized brake calipers, degraded suspension bushes, stale fuel system issues, and corrosion in the exhaust system or fuel tank internals, none of which the MOT necessarily captures. The clean MOT record confirms structural integrity and basic mechanical function at each test point, but a prospective buyer should still inspect the condition of the tyre date codes, as rubber ages regardless of tread depth, and check for binding brakes or stiff suspension linkages that may have developed during periods of inactivity. The chain and sprockets deserve close scrutiny given the low mileage but long time span, as corrosion and stiff links can develop on a machine that sits unused. The absence of any MOT advisories or failures across five consecutive tests is a strong positive indicator of responsible ownership and consistent upkeep. Combined with the very low mileage, this record suggests the Tiger has been lightly used and well maintained. A practical test ride and a thorough visual inspection of rubber components, fluid condition, and corrosion points remain essential before purchase, as the MOT record only confirms the bike met minimum standards at specific moments in time and cannot account for degradation that occurs between tests.