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N952 UPA

1996 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

37,460 mi
Last recorded37,460 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2024
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN952 UPA
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2024 37,460 miles

All lights masked up at time of test no lights tested

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Mar 2024 37,460 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2012 33,522 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2012 33,507 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2011 30,513 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 3 Jun 2010 29,978 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 29,043 miles

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

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

o/s/f footrest loose

Fail 23 May 2009 29,012 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

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

Slight play in lower suspension linkage

o/s front footpeg loose but not insecure

Pass 10 May 2008 28,173 miles

Inner Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 8 May 2007 24,809 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 20,716 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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N952 UPA is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 N952 UPA, 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 N952 UPA registered?

N952 UPA is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 22 March 1996.

Is N952 UPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for N952 UPA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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