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K43 HDU

1993 Triumph Trophy

Maroon Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,853 mi
Last recorded26,853 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trophy33,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK43 HDU
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1993
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 26,853 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024 26,012 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 25,511 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 25,495 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 25,494 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight tight links due to lack of lubrication. (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 23,691 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 23,295 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 22,233 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 20,902 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 20,717 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 20,697 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 20,523 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2010 20,506 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 20,506 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 20,466 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 20,465 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2008 20,465 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 18,658 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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K43 HDU is a 1993 Triumph Trophy in Maroon with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1993 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 33,026 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 K43 HDU, 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 33 years old, this Triumph Trophy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K43 HDU registered?

K43 HDU is a 1993 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 11 March 1993.

Is K43 HDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K43 HDU shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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