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N974 VAW

1996 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

46,217 mi
Last recorded46,217 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2020
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN974 VAW
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2020 46,217 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2020 46,207 miles

Brake pedal insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Exhaust system insecure both silencers (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Both fork seals (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn linkage bushes/bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 12 Sep 2015 46,048 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 45,808 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 45,780 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2013 44,827 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2012 43,391 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2012 43,391 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2011 40,167 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 37,368 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2009 35,431 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 35,431 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Fail 20 Sep 2008 33,552 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2008 33,552 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 26,631 miles

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

very slight sign of cracks in rear brake disk

Pass 14 Sep 2006 23,222 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 23,222 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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N974 VAW is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 N974 VAW, 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 N974 VAW registered?

N974 VAW is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 March 1996.

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The MOT history for N974 VAW shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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