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N715 KCV

1996 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

50,678 mi
Last recorded50,678 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN715 KCV
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 50,678 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2024 50,406 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2024 50,406 miles

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

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (oil) (1.1.13 (b))

Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (oil) (1.1.13 (b))

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2020 50,366 miles
Fail 21 May 2020 50,362 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated due to fork seals leaking (1.1.13 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak left and right fork seals leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Mar 2019 49,612 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 46,941 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 38,337 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 33,130 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 30,287 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 28,682 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 28,094 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 24,383 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 24,338 miles

rust chip on rh fork leg

unusual rear tyre wear

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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N715 KCV is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 N715 KCV, 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 N715 KCV registered?

N715 KCV is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 15 April 1996.

Is N715 KCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N715 KCV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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