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P49 WJO

1996 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,713 mi
Last recorded36,713 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP49 WJO
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 36,713 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2016 34,641 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 31,318 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 30,756 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 30,134 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 29,683 miles

has a drawing pin in front tyre

Fail 10 May 2012 29,683 miles

Nearside Front Lower Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

has a drawing pin in front tyre

Pass 4 May 2011 29,362 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 29,014 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 29,001 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 May 2009 28,741 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 14 May 2009 28,729 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 28,294 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 28,294 miles

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

Front Upper Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 9 May 2007 26,184 miles

slight play in nearside front footrest

Pass 25 May 2006 24,308 miles

advise left and right footrests have slight movement

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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P49 WJO is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P49 WJO, 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 P49 WJO registered?

P49 WJO is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 14 August 1996.

Is P49 WJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P49 WJO shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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