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J856 VJN

1991 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

5,927 mi
Last recorded5,927 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2024
Typical for 1991 Triumph Trophy31,921 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ856 VJN
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2024 5,927 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2023 4,740 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 7 Jun 2023 4,740 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2022 3,045 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 992 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 39 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 29,108 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 27,739 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Apr 2009 25,455 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 25,414 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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J856 VJN is a 1991 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 J856 VJN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J856 VJN registered?

J856 VJN is a 1991 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J856 VJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J856 VJN shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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