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HJ02 VYL

2002 Triumph Tiger

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

70,905 mi
Last recorded70,905 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Tiger26,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ02 VYL
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 70,905 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 69,865 miles

Early signs of front brake bind.

Pass 17 Jun 2023 69,294 miles

Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened Swing arm cracked slightly (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2022 68,979 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2021 68,176 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 67,885 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2016 67,641 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 6 Jun 2016 67,641 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 67,165 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2014 58,334 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 58,041 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 47,046 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 46,808 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2012 38,503 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 30,168 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 27,494 miles

Front fork seal not tested due to rubber boots fitted

drive chain slightly loose

Fail 12 Jun 2010 27,490 miles

Front Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Front fork seal not tested due to rubber boots fitted

drive chain slightly loose

Pass 26 Jun 2009 24,199 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 21,485 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 16,098 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 11,512 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 11,512 miles

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

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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HJ02 VYL is a 2002 Triumph Tiger in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 HJ02 VYL, 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 HJ02 VYL registered?

HJ02 VYL is a 2002 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 25 May 2002.

Is HJ02 VYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ02 VYL shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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