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L42 MWU

1993 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,688 mi
Last recorded42,688 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trophy33,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL42 MWU
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 42,688 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2025 42,688 miles

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

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2024 41,697 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2023 41,339 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 40,734 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 38,779 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 37,154 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 31,105 miles

Chain an sprockets worn

Pass 21 Apr 2016 29,752 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2016 29,752 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 28,843 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 25,188 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 23,214 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 22,625 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2012 22,625 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 20,315 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 19,091 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 17,875 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 15,909 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 13,562 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2005 11,961 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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L42 MWU is a 1993 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L42 MWU, 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 L42 MWU registered?

L42 MWU is a 1993 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 September 1993.

Is L42 MWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L42 MWU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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