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N505 TRU

1996 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

33,092 mi
Last recorded33,092 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2016
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN505 TRU
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2016 33,092 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2014 29,083 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 28,908 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2013 28,898 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 28,214 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 27,752 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 26,186 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 26,186 miles

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

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2008 25,221 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2007 22,094 miles

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

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

front brake is binding slightly

rear brake is binding slightly

Pass 7 Sep 2006 18,321 miles

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

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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N505 TRU is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 N505 TRU, 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.

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What year was N505 TRU registered?

N505 TRU is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 18 April 1996.

Is N505 TRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N505 TRU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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