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N938 SEW

1996 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,521 mi
Last recorded49,521 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN938 SEW
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 49,521 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2025 49,487 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2025 49,487 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 49,481 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 47,993 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2018 44,507 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 43,111 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 39,888 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 37,332 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2015 37,332 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Fail 4 Apr 2015 37,315 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 33,101 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 29,064 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 28,231 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 26,488 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 24,070 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 22,153 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2008 22,150 miles

Centre Rear Upper Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2007 21,440 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 20,983 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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N938 SEW is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 N938 SEW, 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 N938 SEW registered?

N938 SEW is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 18 January 1996.

Is N938 SEW safe to buy?

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