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N878 HLR

1996 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,132 mi
Last recorded44,132 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN878 HLR
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 44,132 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 42,942 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 42,585 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2022 39,458 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 38,131 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 38,062 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 35,270 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 33,503 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 4 Feb 2017 33,465 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 29 May 2014 29,869 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 May 2014 29,869 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 29,859 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 29,378 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 29,130 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 28,897 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 28,055 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 28,033 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 27 Apr 2006 27,648 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

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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N878 HLR is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 N878 HLR, 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 N878 HLR registered?

N878 HLR is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 3 May 1996.

Is N878 HLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N878 HLR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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