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N881 CJC

1996 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

68,803 mi
Last recorded68,803 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN881 CJC
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 68,803 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 68,262 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 65,991 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Dec 2022 65,265 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 64,125 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2021 64,125 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 63,620 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 61,763 miles

Drive chain dry

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Gear lever pivot worn

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Centre shock pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 3 Dec 2019 61,763 miles

Drive chain dry

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Gear lever pivot worn

Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension damaged and seriously weakened Exhaust contacting swinging arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Centre shock pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 57,366 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Gear lever pivot worn

Gear lever rubber split

Oil leak (oil cooler union)

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Shock absorber link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Dec 2018 57,366 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Gear lever pivot worn

Gear lever rubber split

Oil leak (oil cooler union)

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Shock absorber link (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 54,236 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 53,256 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 52,817 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 52,712 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 52,396 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 50,473 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 49,879 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 49,412 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 48,566 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 47,262 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 46,492 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 44,423 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 44,398 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) 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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N881 CJC is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 N881 CJC, 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 N881 CJC registered?

N881 CJC is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 15 January 1996.

Is N881 CJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N881 CJC shows 24 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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