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R29 KUT

1997 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

46,276 mi
Last recorded46,276 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2010
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR29 KUT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2010 46,276 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 46,276 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2009 45,001 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 41,330 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 41,330 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 38,207 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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R29 KUT is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Red 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 R29 KUT, 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 R29 KUT registered?

R29 KUT is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R29 KUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R29 KUT 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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