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N529 GWC

1996 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2023
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

27,623 mi
Last recorded27,623 miles
Recorded on25 May 2022
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN529 GWC
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 May 2022 27,623 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front light switch faulty

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

surface corrotion front and rear

Fail 24 May 2022 27,623 miles

Front Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.2.2 (a))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 27,554 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 27,548 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 25,460 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 22,878 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2016 22,878 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 9 Apr 2016 22,820 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 22,801 miles

nearside front rest mounting slightly worn

rear brake slight bind

Pass 18 Jul 2013

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

Fail 16 Jul 2013

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 22,488 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 22,320 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 22,025 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2009 21,576 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 13 May 2009 21,555 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 May 2008 21,172 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2007 20,202 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 17,512 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 May 2006 17,512 miles
Fail 8 May 2006 17,462 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front 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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N529 GWC is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 N529 GWC, 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 N529 GWC registered?

N529 GWC is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 17 June 1996.

Is N529 GWC safe to buy?

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