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M398 DDU

1994 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

15,501 mi
Last recorded15,501 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2024
Typical for 1994 Triumph Trophy33,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM398 DDU
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2024 15,501 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2024 15,484 miles

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both fork legs (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2023 15,193 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2020 15,185 miles

Suspension arm fractured rear lower yolk fractured both sides (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 14 Mar 2019 12,877 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2017 10,973 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 10,555 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2014 8,460 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 5,898 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 2,490 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 2,413 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 2,196 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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M398 DDU is a 1994 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M398 DDU, 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 M398 DDU registered?

M398 DDU is a 1994 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 16 August 1994.

Is M398 DDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M398 DDU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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