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R353 KUT

1997 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

25,014 mi
Last recorded25,014 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2022
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR353 KUT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2022 25,014 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front discs worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit both pairs getting low (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 22,977 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2019 21,771 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Oct 2018 21,316 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 20,601 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front footrest slightly loose

Rear mono shock pivot slight lift

full bodywork fitted unable to access components for inspection

horn tone slightly weak

Pass 25 Jul 2016 18,467 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 18,250 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 18,250 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 18,157 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2011 18,157 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 16,359 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 13,807 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 6 Aug 2008 13,137 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2008 13,137 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2007 10,392 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 10,371 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 9,848 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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R353 KUT is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 R353 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 R353 KUT registered?

R353 KUT is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 5 August 1997.

Is R353 KUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R353 KUT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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