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LA51 VCF

2002 Triumph Tiger 955I

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

8,941 mi
Last recorded8,941 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Triumph Tiger 955I16,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA51 VCF
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger 955I
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 8,941 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 8,899 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2020 8,891 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 8,869 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 8,860 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 8,817 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 8,693 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 8,678 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 8,550 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 8,537 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 8,537 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Jun 2011 8,162 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 8,081 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2009 7,650 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 7,457 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 6,766 miles
Fail 24 May 2007 6,766 miles

Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 18 May 2006 5,840 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger 955I?

Based on 1,899 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
1,014
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Drive chain excessively loose 6
Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording 5
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LA51 VCF is a 2002 Triumph Tiger 955I in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Triumph Tiger 955I models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 16,196 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Tiger 955I fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA51 VCF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger 955I typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 24 years old, this Triumph Tiger 955I is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LA51 VCF registered?

LA51 VCF is a 2002 Triumph Tiger 955I, first registered on 7 February 2002.

Is LA51 VCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA51 VCF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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