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LG02 ETK

2002 Triumph Tiger

Green Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,657 mi
Last recorded32,657 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Tiger26,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG02 ETK
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 32,657 miles

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

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

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2026 32,657 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2025 32,041 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2025 32,041 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2024 30,800 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 6 Aug 2022 28,660 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2022 28,634 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements Horn performance below requirement (7.7 (c))

Offside Front Brake excessively binding Brake caliper binding, front brake disc show evidence of overheating (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel Excessive movement of rear brake pedal (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake cylinder has no reserve travel and braking performance affected Front brake lever touches bars before maximum braking achieved (1.1.16 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Mudguard insecure Some fastenings loose ()

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light No indicator lens - coloured bulb used (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Front Front flexible brake hoses incorrectly routed

Pass 3 Aug 2020 27,387 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2020 27,205 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2019 23,418 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2018 17,841 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 17,841 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 17,838 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 15,590 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Mar 2016 15,590 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 11,590 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 10,725 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 10,631 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 May 2012 10,204 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 19 May 2012 10,204 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 9,245 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2010 9,245 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Dec 2009 8,054 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 5,194 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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LG02 ETK is a 2002 Triumph Tiger in Green with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LG02 ETK, 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 LG02 ETK registered?

LG02 ETK is a 2002 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 April 2002.

Is LG02 ETK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG02 ETK shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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