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M496 MKL

1994 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2025
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

24,482 mi
Last recorded24,482 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2024
Typical for 1994 Triumph Trophy33,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM496 MKL
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2024 24,482 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 24,373 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2020 24,057 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2019 23,293 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

front wheel bearings slightly noisy

Pass 21 Jul 2014 23,232 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 23,232 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 21,580 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2006 21,085 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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M496 MKL is a 1994 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 M496 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.

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What year was M496 MKL registered?

M496 MKL is a 1994 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 23 August 1994.

Is M496 MKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M496 MKL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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