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N456 KWX

1996 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

60,425 mi
Last recorded60,425 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN456 KWX
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 60,425 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 120/70/17 michelin pilot power 2ct (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front bar end missing

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Aug 2025 60,390 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn to excess Alot of frozen links (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front bar end missing

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced only 50 % working (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp light intensity obviously reduced only 50 % working (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front mudguard loose

main beam switch intermittent

Pass 7 Oct 2024 57,791 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 57,570 miles

gear lever pivot worn

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 56,529 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

gear lever pivot worn

Pass 9 Aug 2011 55,623 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 54,426 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

front tyre contaminated on offside edge

Pass 10 Aug 2010 54,426 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

front tyre contaminated on offside edge

Pass 6 Apr 2009 52,564 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2008 52,530 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 51,555 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 48,328 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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N456 KWX is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 N456 KWX, 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 N456 KWX registered?

N456 KWX is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 4 July 1996.

Is N456 KWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N456 KWX 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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