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P718 BBC

1997 Triumph Trophy

Purple Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

8,265 mi
Last recorded8,265 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP718 BBC
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2024 8,265 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 8,261 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 7,650 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 6,587 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2021 6,587 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 6,052 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2020 6,052 miles

Central Rear Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2012 5,989 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2011 5,971 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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P718 BBC is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Purple with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P718 BBC, 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 P718 BBC registered?

P718 BBC is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 10 January 1997.

Is P718 BBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P718 BBC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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