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P940 WGJ

1997 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,107 mi
Last recorded19,107 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP940 WGJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2016 19,107 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 18,733 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 18,231 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 18,231 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 25 Jul 2009 18,225 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 17,890 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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P940 WGJ is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P940 WGJ, 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

How do I check the history of P940 WGJ?

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What year was P940 WGJ registered?

P940 WGJ is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 20 June 1997.

Is P940 WGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P940 WGJ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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