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OY02 ZYA

2002 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

28,464 mi
Last recorded28,464 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Tiger26,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY02 ZYA
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 28,464 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 28,249 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 28,242 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 27,016 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 23,452 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 22,143 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 20,791 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 20,074 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 20,074 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 19,747 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015 19,747 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2014 19,352 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 18,975 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 18,076 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 15,981 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2011 15,981 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 8,350 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 6,105 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 5,951 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 5,951 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Pass 11 May 2007 5,267 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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OY02 ZYA is a 2002 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 OY02 ZYA, 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 OY02 ZYA registered?

OY02 ZYA is a 2002 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 3 July 2002.

Is OY02 ZYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY02 ZYA shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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