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L499 KEW

1993 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

37,309 mi
Last recorded37,309 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trophy33,026 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL499 KEW
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 37,309 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 35,289 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2025 35,289 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 3 May 2024 32,293 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 4 May 2023 29,433 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 27,833 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2021 27,246 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 26,994 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 24,055 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 22,643 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 19,322 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 18,642 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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L499 KEW is a 1993 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 L499 KEW, 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 L499 KEW registered?

L499 KEW is a 1993 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 9 August 1993.

Is L499 KEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L499 KEW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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