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J500 BTN

2002 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

13,883 mi
Last recorded13,883 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Trophy23,139 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ500 BTN
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 13,883 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 13,654 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 13,644 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 13,639 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 13,625 miles
Fail 27 May 2022 13,625 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 May 2021 13,584 miles
Fail 21 May 2021 13,582 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 May 2020 13,524 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 13,331 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 13,184 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 12,779 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 12,582 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 12,314 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 12,159 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))

Pass 10 May 2013 12,026 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))

Pass 17 May 2012 11,752 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 11,339 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2009 9,809 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 9,096 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 8,222 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 6,689 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Trophy?

Based on 47,093 MOT tests across 4,717 vehicles.

86.0%
Pass Rate
914
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
4,717
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 694
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 631
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 549
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 438
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 421
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J500 BTN is a 2002 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2002 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 23,139 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Trophy fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 694 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J500 BTN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Trophy typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 24 years old, this Triumph Trophy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was J500 BTN registered?

J500 BTN is a 2002 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 May 2002.

Is J500 BTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J500 BTN shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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