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R34 KUT

1997 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

47,429 mi
Last recorded47,429 miles
Recorded on16 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR34 KUT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2024 47,429 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 May 2023 46,834 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 46,172 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 44,239 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 44,229 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 39,040 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 38,580 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017 35,962 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 34,212 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Apr 2015 32,103 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2014 31,319 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Apr 2012 28,883 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2011 26,814 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2011 26,814 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 25,031 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Aug 2008 24,597 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Jul 2007 22,898 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Jul 2006 22,030 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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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R34 KUT is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 R34 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 R34 KUT registered?

R34 KUT is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R34 KUT safe to buy?

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