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L235 WCU

1993 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

46,548 mi
Last recorded46,548 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2014
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trophy33,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL235 WCU
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2014 46,548 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 44,464 miles

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 21 Jun 2012 39,186 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 38,225 miles

throttle cables become stiff on full lock

Fail 13 Apr 2011 38,225 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

throttle cables become stiff on full lock

Pass 30 Mar 2010 34,695 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 32,577 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 30,890 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 30,890 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2007 25,830 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 25,218 miles

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

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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L235 WCU is a 1993 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 L235 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.

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What year was L235 WCU registered?

L235 WCU is a 1993 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 20 August 1993.

Is L235 WCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L235 WCU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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