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KV02 OHZ

2002 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

95,558 mi
Last recorded95,558 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Tiger26,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV02 OHZ
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 95,558 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 21 May 2026 95,508 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2025 90,714 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 May 2024 81,508 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2023 71,247 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 63,759 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2022 63,759 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 56,827 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2021 56,826 miles

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 50,697 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 44,744 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 40,561 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 35,377 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 32,062 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 32,043 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 28,605 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 25,933 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 25,933 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2013 17,783 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2013 17,783 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 12,772 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 10,094 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 9,543 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 8,985 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 8,375 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2006 7,533 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 5,235 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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KV02 OHZ is a 2002 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KV02 OHZ, 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 KV02 OHZ registered?

KV02 OHZ is a 2002 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 19 April 2002.

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