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K283 DRW

1992 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2016
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

53,973 mi
Last recorded53,973 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2016
Typical for 1992 Triumph Trophy34,775 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK283 DRW
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Fail 23 Mar 2016 53,973 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 53,963 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2015 53,962 miles

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

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jan 2012 53,222 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2011 53,222 miles

Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

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

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

FRONT NEARSIDE FOOTREST DAMAGED BUT USABLE

FRONT SUSPENTION OPERATION SOFT NEARLY BOTTOMING OUT

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 45,901 miles

rear brake pads fitted in wrong

Fail 11 Aug 2010 45,901 miles

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

rear brake pads fitted in wrong

Fail 12 Aug 2009 40,414 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2009 40,414 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 34,914 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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K283 DRW is a 1992 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1992 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 34,775 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 K283 DRW, 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 34 years old, this Triumph Trophy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K283 DRW registered?

K283 DRW is a 1992 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 17 December 1992.

Is K283 DRW safe to buy?

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