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OV51 OBU

2002 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

36,494 mi
Last recorded36,494 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Triumph Trophy23,139 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV51 OBU
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2026 36,494 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2024 33,861 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 30,916 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive links starting to sieze (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer rotting out (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 20 Oct 2022 30,916 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive links starting to sieze (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer rotting out (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 28,148 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil nearside fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Oct 2021 28,148 miles

Position lamp not working rear light (4.2.1 (a))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil nearside fork leg (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 27,319 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2018 26,758 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2016 26,151 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 26,151 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Apr 2015 22,905 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 20,836 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 19,321 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 17,120 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 15,728 miles

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

Fail 9 Apr 2011 15,721 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2010 14,241 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 12,496 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 11,187 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 8,858 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 5,687 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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OV51 OBU is a 2002 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2002 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 23,139 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 OV51 OBU, 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 24 years old, this Triumph Trophy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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OV51 OBU is a 2002 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 February 2002.

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