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J798 JCN

1991 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,615 mi
Last recorded19,615 miles
Recorded on22 May 2023
Typical for 1991 Triumph Trophy31,921 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ798 JCN
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 May 2023 19,615 miles
Fail 22 May 2023 19,615 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2022 18,726 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2022 18,749 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2021 18,419 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2021 18,419 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Pass 14 May 2019 16,576 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2016 16,570 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 16,525 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 16,491 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 16,491 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 16,477 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 16,396 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 16,374 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 1 Oct 2008 16,268 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 16,137 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2005 15,843 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2005 15,825 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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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J798 JCN is a 1991 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J798 JCN, 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 J798 JCN registered?

J798 JCN is a 1991 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 9 September 1991.

Is J798 JCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J798 JCN shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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