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N768 PNL

1996 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

46,853 mi
Last recorded46,853 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN768 PNL
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 46,853 miles
Fail 2 May 2025 46,834 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Apr 2024 46,580 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 46,109 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 45,642 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 44,141 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2007 40,428 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 35,284 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2005 29,445 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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N768 PNL is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 N768 PNL, 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 N768 PNL registered?

N768 PNL is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N768 PNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N768 PNL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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