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N540 NFB

1996 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

73,210 mi
Last recorded73,210 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2021
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN540 NFB
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2021 73,210 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2021 73,210 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jan 2020 72,550 miles

Front Horn not working properly intermittent (7.7 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jan 2020 72,550 miles

Front Horn not working properly intermittent (7.7 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 72,522 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2018 72,522 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber insecurely attached pinch bolt loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 72,733 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2017 72,733 miles

Central Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 22 May 2011 72,384 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 30 May 2010 71,475 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2009 69,659 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 67,652 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 65,364 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Pass 8 Apr 2006 61,316 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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N540 NFB is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 N540 NFB, 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 N540 NFB registered?

N540 NFB is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 17 May 1996.

Is N540 NFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N540 NFB shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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