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KF52 VKN

2002 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

28,927 mi
Last recorded28,927 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Trophy23,139 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF52 VKN
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 28,927 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 28,616 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 28,511 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 27,854 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 26,813 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2019 25,861 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Rear tyre has a nail in it (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 24,444 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 26 Apr 2018 24,427 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 23,134 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 21,774 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 19,910 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2014 19,910 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2013 19,663 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 16,593 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 16,593 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 8,584 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2010 8,575 miles

Front 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 4 Sep 2008 5,111 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 3,585 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2006 2,737 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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KF52 VKN is a 2002 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 23,139 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 KF52 VKN, 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 24 years old, this Triumph Trophy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KF52 VKN registered?

KF52 VKN is a 2002 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 16 November 2002.

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