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J521 MKK

1991 Triumph Trophy

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

40,918 mi
Last recorded40,918 miles
Recorded on12 May 2025
Typical for 1991 Triumph Trophy31,921 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ521 MKK
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2025 40,918 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 May 2024 39,639 miles

horn button touches tank on left hand lock

Fail 23 May 2024 39,639 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

horn button touches tank on left hand lock

Pass 17 Apr 2021 39,152 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2021 39,152 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 38,175 miles

Nearside Front switch gear on handle bar loose

Fail 12 Apr 2019 38,175 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front switch gear on handle bar loose

Pass 25 Apr 2018 36,890 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 36,839 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 30,355 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 29,755 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 49,941 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2006 47,498 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2005 71,207 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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J521 MKK is a 1991 Triumph Trophy in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1991 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 31,921 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 Trophy fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 694 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J521 MKK, 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 35 years old, this Triumph Trophy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J521 MKK registered?

J521 MKK is a 1991 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 November 1991.

Is J521 MKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J521 MKK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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