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KE51 VYG

2001 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

76,583 mi
Last recorded76,583 miles
Recorded on22 May 2024
Typical for 2001 Triumph Trophy21,624 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 VYG
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 May 2024 76,583 miles

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2023 76,420 miles

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 76,408 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2021 76,408 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 76,272 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Front (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 75,898 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2018 72,934 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 68,423 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 8 Dec 2017 68,423 miles

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fuel tank not secured correctly

Pass 15 Dec 2016 65,982 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 65,083 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 14 May 2016 65,248 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 7 May 2015 61,425 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 60,669 miles

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

front tyre uneven wear

Pass 6 Jul 2013 57,301 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 5 Jul 2013 57,301 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2012 56,259 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 25 May 2011 55,578 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 48,128 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 48,128 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 40,454 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 39,805 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 6 Apr 2007 39,805 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(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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KE51 VYG is a 2001 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 21,624 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 KE51 VYG, 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 25 years old, this Triumph Trophy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was KE51 VYG registered?

KE51 VYG is a 2001 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 30 October 2001.

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The MOT history for KE51 VYG shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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