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L931 GBW

1993 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

75,969 mi
Last recorded75,969 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trophy33,026 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL931 GBW
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 75,969 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 75,241 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Apr 2025 75,197 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 74,936 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 8 Feb 2024 74,936 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Nov 2022 74,358 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2021 73,698 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit inner pad very close to limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 73,306 miles

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

Front Unevenly worn

Sidestand mounting loose

Pass 9 May 2019 68,826 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 66,212 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2018 66,212 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 5 May 2017 61,975 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 3,596 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 57,026 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 May 2015 34,602 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2013 54,228 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 51,945 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 48,990 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 45,900 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2010 45,881 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 40,834 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

brakes binding

Fail 5 Oct 2009 40,834 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

brakes binding

Pass 3 Aug 2009 40,761 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 40,340 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 39,505 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 38,796 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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L931 GBW is a 1993 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 L931 GBW, 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 L931 GBW registered?

L931 GBW is a 1993 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 10 September 1993.

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The MOT history for L931 GBW shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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