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L842 DPG

1994 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2023
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,445 mi
Last recorded35,445 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2022
Typical for 1994 Triumph Trophy33,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL842 DPG
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2022 35,445 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 34,417 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2021 34,417 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2020 33,437 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 31,970 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 31,958 miles

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 May 2018 29,177 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 29,177 miles

Rear Upper Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Fail 2 May 2018 29,177 miles

Rear Upper Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 25,991 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2010 25,987 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2009 25,071 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 24,411 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 23,797 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2006 23,467 miles

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

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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L842 DPG is a 1994 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 33,721 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 L842 DPG, 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 32 years old, this Triumph Trophy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L842 DPG registered?

L842 DPG is a 1994 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 9 February 1994.

Is L842 DPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L842 DPG shows 15 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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