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P980 CJT

1997 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

44,869 mi
Last recorded44,869 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2017
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP980 CJT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2017 44,869 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 44,477 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 43,190 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 41,839 miles

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

ofside low beam headlamp not working

Pass 11 May 2013 41,496 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 41,496 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 10 May 2012 41,132 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 38,974 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 37,262 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 36,717 miles

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

Rear Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

grip moving

Fail 28 Aug 2008 36,717 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

grip moving

Pass 12 Jul 2007 36,298 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 28,654 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2005 23,715 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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P980 CJT is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 P980 CJT, 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 P980 CJT registered?

P980 CJT is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 8 July 1997.

Is P980 CJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P980 CJT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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