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J858 VJN

1991 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2017
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

39,509 mi
Last recorded39,509 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2016
Typical for 1991 Triumph Trophy31,921 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ858 VJN
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2016 39,509 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2016 39,500 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 39,027 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2015 39,022 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 35,392 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS WORN LOW, SLIGHT BRAKE JUDDER FROM FRONT, OIL LEAK FROM ENGINE

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 5 May 2010 32,524 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 1 May 2010 32,475 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 26,835 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 26,787 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fail 20 Dec 2006 25,374 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2006 25,374 miles
Pass 9 May 2005 21,568 miles
Fail 9 May 2005 21,568 miles

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

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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J858 VJN is a 1991 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 J858 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

How do I check the history of J858 VJN?

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What year was J858 VJN registered?

J858 VJN is a 1991 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J858 VJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J858 VJN shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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