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L718 PVF

1993 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,188 mi
Last recorded51,188 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2021
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trophy33,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL718 PVF
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2021 51,188 miles

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

Neutral Light Doesnt Function

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Fail 8 Jun 2021 51,188 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Neutral Light Doesnt Function

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2019 50,523 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracks to bottom edge (0.1 (b))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2019 50,510 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracks to bottom edge (0.1 (b))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2018 45,448 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 25 May 2018 45,448 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2017 44,009 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 40,679 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 40,022 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2015 39,990 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 19 May 2014 38,989 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 39,787 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 28 May 2012 35,841 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 32,677 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 May 2010 29,020 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2009 25,533 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 21,924 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 21,863 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 18,596 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2006 16,964 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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L718 PVF is a 1993 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 L718 PVF, 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 L718 PVF registered?

L718 PVF is a 1993 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 7 October 1993.

Is L718 PVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L718 PVF shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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