2015 Triumph Tiger 1.2L Petrol · NA51 HPA

The Triumph Tiger presents a stable and reassuring maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT on 10 April 2025 at 26,696 miles passing cleanly with zero defects. Every recorded test since April 2021 has returned a pass with no advisories or failures, indicating consistent mechanical care and no emerging faults across five consecutive annual inspections. The mileage accumulation tells a clear story of very light use. Between April 2021 and April 2025, the odometer moved just 10,499 miles over four years, averaging roughly 2,625 miles annually. The jump from 16,197 miles in April 2021 to 18,589 miles by April 2023 shows a modest increase in use, but the subsequent two years saw only around 5,000 miles added. This low annual mileage suggests the bike has been used for short, infrequent rides rather than sustained touring, which can be a double-edged sword. Light use keeps wear on consumables minimal, but prolonged standing can cause dried seals, stale fuel, and surface corrosion on exposed components. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still inspect the tyre date codes and tread depth carefully. Rubber ages regardless of mileage, and tyres fitted several years ago may look serviceable but could be past their safe service life. Check the brake discs and pads for uneven wear or lipping, as infrequent use can lead to disc corrosion and pad glazing even when the system passes an emissions and function test. Examine the chain and sprockets for correct tension and lubrication, and look closely at the swingarm pivot and suspension linkage bearings for any play that might not manifest during a static MOT inspection. The exhaust system and footrest rubbers deserve attention too. Surface rust on the headers and silencer internals can develop from short trips that never fully evaporate moisture. Given the complete absence of advisories across the entire history, this Tiger appears to have been well maintained, but the low-usage pattern means a hands-on inspection of rubber, fluid condition, and corrosion points remains essential before purchase.