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P714 DNT

1997 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

33,348 mi
Last recorded33,348 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP714 DNT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2024 33,348 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer link joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 32,856 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 May 2020 32,625 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front tyre underinflated

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 21 May 2020 32,625 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Stop lamp not working from front control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2016 32,529 miles

Both mirrors loose.

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2015 31,950 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 30 Aug 2014 29,574 miles

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

one of two high beams not working

one of two tail lights not working

Pass 13 Sep 2013 27,351 miles

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

one of two brake lights not working

Pass 7 Jun 2012 27,329 miles

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

one of two tail lights not working

Pass 2 Jun 2011 26,848 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 26,509 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 26,296 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 25,496 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 25,223 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2006 24,770 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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P714 DNT is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 P714 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 P714 DNT registered?

P714 DNT is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 21 January 1997.

Is P714 DNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P714 DNT shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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