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N71 JRL

1996 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

24,699 mi
Last recorded24,699 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN71 JRL
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2025 24,699 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 24,470 miles

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2023 24,397 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 24,303 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 23,851 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 23,749 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 23,400 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 23,273 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 23,042 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2014 22,498 miles

Nail in front tyre

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

poor headlamp image

Pass 21 Jun 2013 21,313 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 14 Jun 2013 21,302 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jun 2012 19,734 miles

Coolant leak

center stand bent

front near side bleed nipple broken but not leeking fuild

Pass 23 Jun 2011 18,624 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 18,618 miles

Front An item not tested (Manual)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

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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N71 JRL is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 N71 JRL, 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 N71 JRL registered?

N71 JRL is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 23 January 1996.

Is N71 JRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N71 JRL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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