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GU52 XET

2002 Triumph Tiger

Orange Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

42,040 mi
Last recorded42,040 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Tiger26,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 XET
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2002
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2025 42,040 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 25 Mar 2025 42,034 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 40,192 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2024 40,192 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 35,647 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 35,610 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2020 35,548 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 35,011 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 May 2018 34,919 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 34,768 miles
Fail 6 May 2017 34,768 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 May 2016 33,934 miles

Nearside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 33,093 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2015 33,093 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Jun 2014 32,611 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 31,622 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front brake has slight bind but ok in rollers

Pass 10 Oct 2011 30,755 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Slight bind on front brake,not shown on roller test

Fail 20 Sep 2010 28,891 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 28,891 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 26,188 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 17,887 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 15,365 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 14,479 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 10,871 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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GU52 XET is a 2002 Triumph Tiger in Orange with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 GU52 XET, 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 GU52 XET registered?

GU52 XET is a 2002 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 15 November 2002.

Is GU52 XET safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU52 XET shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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