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M485 MKL

1994 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,595 mi
Last recorded60,595 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 1994 Triumph Trophy33,721 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM485 MKL
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 60,595 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2025 59,613 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2025 59,602 miles

Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort front (1.2.1 (e))

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel front (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 57,600 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 56,397 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

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

rear tyre has small cracks in structure

Pass 16 Feb 2010 55,908 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 55,229 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 7 Apr 2007 54,812 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 7 Apr 2007 54,812 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 52,788 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2006 52,761 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Nearside Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Offside Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Fail 16 Feb 2006 52,758 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

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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M485 MKL is a 1994 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 M485 MKL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M485 MKL registered?

M485 MKL is a 1994 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 4 August 1994.

Is M485 MKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M485 MKL shows 12 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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