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VU02 TZX

2002 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

33,387 mi
Last recorded33,387 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Tiger26,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU02 TZX
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 33,387 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs very scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread on wear bar (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Notch in the centre (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 33,329 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2023 32,773 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 31,874 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 30,755 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 29,167 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 28,429 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2018 27,598 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2017 24,826 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 24,826 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 24,824 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2014 23,960 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2014 23,960 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pedal attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2013 20,850 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 20,058 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 19,452 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2009 19,172 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 15,531 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2007 14,416 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 12,273 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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VU02 TZX is a 2002 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VU02 TZX, 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 VU02 TZX registered?

VU02 TZX is a 2002 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 13 April 2002.

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