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VU52 WJV

2003 Triumph Tiger

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

33,488 mi
Last recorded33,488 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 WJV
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 33,488 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 32,517 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 30,846 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 27,169 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2022 25,873 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2019 25,850 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 25,850 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 24,217 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2018 24,217 miles

Direction indicator not working All (1.5.1c)

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2016 23,302 miles

Rear rear lamp bulbs fitted incorrectly

Fail 1 Oct 2016 23,302 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear rear lamp bulbs fitted incorrectly

Pass 5 Oct 2015 14,961 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 12,430 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 11,546 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 10,981 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2010 10,981 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 10,112 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 9,199 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 5,641 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 2,109 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2006 2,104 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

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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VU52 WJV is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 24,772 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 VU52 WJV, 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 23 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VU52 WJV?

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What year was VU52 WJV registered?

VU52 WJV is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 16 January 2003.

Is VU52 WJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU52 WJV 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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