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CX52 UDS

2002 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

33,680 mi
Last recorded33,680 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Tiger26,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX52 UDS
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 33,680 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Apr 2026 33,680 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 32,676 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2025 32,676 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 31,529 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 30,267 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 30,260 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing Reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2017 28,651 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 26,560 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 13 Feb 2016 26,560 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2014 24,342 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

rear suspension topping out

Pass 27 Sep 2013 20,637 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 19,061 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 18,300 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 17,110 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 17,110 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 15,220 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 9,630 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2006 29,157 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger?

Based on 196,853 MOT tests across 24,469 vehicles.

90.6%
Pass Rate
1,327
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
24,469
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 812
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 793
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 629
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 374
Headlamp aim too low 304
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CX52 UDS is a 2002 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2002 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 26,384 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Tiger fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 812 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CX52 UDS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 24 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CX52 UDS registered?

CX52 UDS is a 2002 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 21 September 2002.

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