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P559 VCD

1996 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

51,604 mi
Last recorded51,604 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP559 VCD
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 51,604 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 47,347 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2024 47,347 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 45,450 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 44,580 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 44,460 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 43,801 miles

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

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2017 42,387 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2016 38,506 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 38,234 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2014 36,744 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 32,776 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 31,420 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 31,397 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 29,991 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 27,886 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 26,426 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 25,048 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 21,984 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 20,426 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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P559 VCD is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P559 VCD, 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 P559 VCD registered?

P559 VCD is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 19 December 1996.

Is P559 VCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P559 VCD shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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