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L749 BFX

1993 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,105 mi
Last recorded78,105 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trophy33,026 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL749 BFX
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 78,105 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2024 75,730 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2024 75,730 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Fail 15 Jan 2024 75,526 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2018 75,510 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 74,585 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2017 74,574 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2016 73,674 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 73,467 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 72,651 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 72,637 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2013 72,012 miles

Rear Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Pass 14 May 2013 72,012 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 66,151 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 51,753 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2010 51,753 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2009 51,622 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 51,201 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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L749 BFX is a 1993 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 L749 BFX, 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 L749 BFX registered?

L749 BFX is a 1993 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 24 August 1993.

Is L749 BFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L749 BFX shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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