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L220 WCU

1993 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

76,515 mi
Last recorded76,515 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trophy33,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL220 WCU
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 76,515 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

minor oil leak detected [engine]

Fail 4 Aug 2026 76,515 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

minor oil leak detected [engine]

Pass 29 Jul 2025 76,285 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Exhaust slightly loose silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2024 73,152 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil stanchion (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

centre stand spring detioriated

Pass 28 Jul 2023 70,726 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 66,306 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Fail 4 Aug 2022 66,306 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2021 63,252 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 59,223 miles

Offside Rear brake reaction bracket mounting bush slight play detected.

Pass 29 Jul 2019 58,962 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2019 58,955 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jul 2018 57,331 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 57,111 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2015 53,342 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 49,570 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 47,717 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 45,894 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 44,625 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 44,379 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 44,255 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 44,255 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 May 2007 41,507 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 23 May 2006 40,448 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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L220 WCU is a 1993 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 L220 WCU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L220 WCU registered?

L220 WCU is a 1993 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L220 WCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L220 WCU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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