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N448 DSX

1996 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,587 mi
Last recorded18,587 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN448 DSX
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2025 18,587 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 16,980 miles

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

Fail 3 Aug 2022 16,980 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Central Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2021 15,875 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 12,875 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 12,797 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 12,790 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 6 May 2014 12,786 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 12,655 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 12,546 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2009 12,143 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2008 11,970 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 11,841 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 11,824 miles

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

advise ront tyre close to legal limit

Pass 28 Apr 2006 11,471 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2006 11,471 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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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N448 DSX is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N448 DSX, 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

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What year was N448 DSX registered?

N448 DSX is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is N448 DSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N448 DSX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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