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P642 XAG

1997 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,606 mi
Last recorded29,606 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP642 XAG
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2024 29,606 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 29,397 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 29,159 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2021 29,159 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick **** NOTE : BRAKE PADS NEED BEDDING IN +/- 100 MILES **** (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 28,912 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 27,926 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 26,815 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2014 25,610 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2014 25,605 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2013 23,628 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2013 23,626 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2012 21,978 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 20,060 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2011 20,057 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 18,618 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 16,725 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 16,725 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 15,013 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 13,184 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 7,254 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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P642 XAG is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P642 XAG, 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 P642 XAG registered?

P642 XAG is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 18 June 1997.

Is P642 XAG safe to buy?

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