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P712 CUJ

1996 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,837 mi
Last recorded47,837 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2015
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP712 CUJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2015 47,837 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 45,374 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 38,050 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 May 2012 28,340 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 25,513 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 23,031 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 22,991 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 21,195 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 21,189 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2007 21,076 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 20,863 miles

Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 26 Aug 2006 20,863 miles

Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel has an excessively eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 31 Aug 2005 20,662 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2005 20,662 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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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P712 CUJ is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 P712 CUJ, 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 P712 CUJ registered?

P712 CUJ is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P712 CUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P712 CUJ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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