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R27 EGY

1997 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

45,330 mi
Last recorded45,330 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR27 EGY
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 45,330 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 44,244 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 44,113 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 43,771 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 43,656 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 41,437 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 40,424 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2016 39,439 miles

Nearside Front Twin headlights fitted to the machine(Near side not working)

Pass 30 May 2015 38,157 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 36,646 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 32,743 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 29,880 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 25,370 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 23,250 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 19,829 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2009 19,829 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 19,671 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2007 19,671 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Fail 11 May 2007 19,607 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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R27 EGY is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 R27 EGY, 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

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What year was R27 EGY registered?

R27 EGY is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 3 December 1997.

Is R27 EGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R27 EGY shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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