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N785 STX

1996 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,190 mi
Last recorded27,190 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2019
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN785 STX
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2019 27,190 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 26,912 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Aug 2018 26,912 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2017 26,778 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2016 26,522 miles

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

Rear Decelerometer brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (verified by road test) (3.3.E1e)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2015 26,244 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2014 25,723 miles

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

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))

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 24,261 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

rear tyre uneven ware

Pass 17 Aug 2010 23,707 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2009 22,666 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2008 21,496 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 19,038 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Fail 14 Jun 2007 19,038 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2006 16,422 miles

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

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 17 Jun 2006 16,403 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) 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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N785 STX is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N785 STX, 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 N785 STX registered?

N785 STX is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 11 June 1996.

Is N785 STX safe to buy?

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