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P698 DNT

1997 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

35,342 mi
Last recorded35,342 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2020
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP698 DNT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2020 35,342 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 May 2019 35,142 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 33,249 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 33,075 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 32,800 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 32,756 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 31,566 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 31,566 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 29,402 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 24,943 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 19,829 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 16,343 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 15,505 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 15,505 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 15,500 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 15,495 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 15,469 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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P698 DNT is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 P698 DNT, 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.

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What year was P698 DNT registered?

P698 DNT is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 17 June 1997.

Is P698 DNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P698 DNT shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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