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N459 OAX

1996 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

21,809 mi
Last recorded21,809 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2012
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN459 OAX
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2012 21,809 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 21,809 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 16,346 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2010 14,341 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2010 14,341 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 14,244 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 14,244 miles

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

Nearside Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2006 13,953 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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N459 OAX is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 N459 OAX, 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 N459 OAX registered?

N459 OAX is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 12 January 1996.

Is N459 OAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N459 OAX shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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