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WU02 VRW

2002 Triumph Tiger

Black Petrol 955cc

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MOT Status

Valid

Expires1 Jul 2027

Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)

Pass rate84%

Mileage

68,032 mi

Last recorded68,032 miles

Recorded on2 Jul 2026

Typical for 2002 Triumph Tiger26,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU02 VRW

MakeTriumph

ModelTiger

Year2002

ColourBlack

Fuel typePetrol

Engine955cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail

Pass 2 Jul 2026 68,032 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 23 May 2025 67,894 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 Oct 2023 66,832 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Pass 4 Jun 2022 62,111 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 4 Jun 2022 62,111 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal insecure Bolt loose (1.1.2 (e) (i))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2021 59,998 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

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

offside dip beam not working

Fail 26 Feb 2021 59,998 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

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

offside dip beam not working

Pass 18 Jun 2019 54,803 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2019 54,205 miles

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

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 21 Feb 2019 54,205 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlight image kick right

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

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2017 48,396 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 37,987 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 37,695 miles

Pass 21 Jul 2015 37,695 miles

Pass 14 May 2015 36,584 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 32,869 miles

Pass 2 May 2013 28,544 miles

Pass 13 Mar 2012 27,276 miles

Fail 9 Mar 2012 27,276 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 23,729 miles

Pass 23 Feb 2010 17,672 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 14,294 miles

Pass 20 Feb 2008 13,915 miles

Pass 9 Feb 2007 13,118 miles

Pass 18 Feb 2006 11,693 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger?

Based on 196,853 MOT tests across 24,469 vehicles.

90.6%

Pass Rate

1,327

Miles/Year

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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WU02 VRW is a 2002 Triumph Tiger in Black with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 WU02 VRW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WU02 VRW?

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What year was WU02 VRW registered?

WU02 VRW is a 2002 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 2 March 2002.

Is WU02 VRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU02 VRW shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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