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N383 NPN

1996 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

38,464 mi
Last recorded38,464 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN383 NPN
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 38,464 miles

Central Rear tyre has cut but not to cords

Rear number plate light not showing white on number plate but still lit up by rear light in red.

Pass 19 Mar 2025 38,092 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2024 36,504 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 35,784 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 35,777 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 35,771 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 35,298 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2018 35,298 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2017 35,242 miles

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

Fail 23 Jan 2017 35,229 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2015 34,798 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 34,015 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside headlight not working on dipped beam

Pass 9 Nov 2013 29,709 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 30 Nov 2012 24,815 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 24,815 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 23,243 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 21,940 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 21,916 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Feb 2006 21,605 miles

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

Rear brake caliper starting to bind.

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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N383 NPN is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1996 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 31,264 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 N383 NPN, 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 30 years old, this Triumph Trophy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N383 NPN?

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What year was N383 NPN registered?

N383 NPN is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 29 March 1996.

Is N383 NPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for N383 NPN shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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