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P527 BPA

1996 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,329 mi
Last recorded40,329 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP527 BPA
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2025 40,329 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 40,310 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 40,119 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 39,386 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 38,288 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 37,592 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 35,988 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 35,791 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Appears to have a large leak at some point in the past, is now just misting up the fork. No brake contamination observed. (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Rear damping and rebound not particularly effective.

Pass 5 May 2017 35,139 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2016 34,450 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 34,311 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 32,757 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 30,249 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 15 May 2012 28,156 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 26,879 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 26,404 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 25,874 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 24,702 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 23,301 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 21,458 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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P527 BPA is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P527 BPA, 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 P527 BPA registered?

P527 BPA is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 20 September 1996.

Is P527 BPA safe to buy?

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