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P247 PGT

1996 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

39,018 mi
Last recorded39,018 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2019
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP247 PGT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2019 39,018 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 36,881 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 33,453 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2017 33,429 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2016 29,496 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 26,493 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 26,437 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Offside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

one tail light not working

slightly wear in geat lever pivot

Pass 4 Jul 2013 21,197 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 21,164 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 20,707 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 20,625 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Pass 4 Aug 2009 20,625 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 20,167 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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P247 PGT is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P247 PGT, 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 P247 PGT registered?

P247 PGT is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 10 September 1996.

Is P247 PGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P247 PGT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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