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P58 GJF

1997 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

35,707 mi
Last recorded35,707 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP58 GJF
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 35,707 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 34,460 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 32,671 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 31,924 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 30,890 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 27,081 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 23,706 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2012 23,689 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 22,338 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 21,774 miles

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

Fail 10 Aug 2010 21,774 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2009 21,141 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 20,072 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 18,343 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 16,139 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 16,135 miles

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

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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P58 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 27,932 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 P58 GJF, 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 29 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 P58 GJF registered?

P58 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P58 GJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P58 GJF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P58 GJF have outstanding finance?

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