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R35 KUT

1997 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

45,911 mi
Last recorded45,911 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR35 KUT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 45,911 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2026 45,896 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 34,519 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 31 Mar 2025 34,327 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 32,487 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2024 32,469 miles

Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Dec 2022 31,234 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 30,851 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 30,148 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 28,028 miles

Both tyres out of shape

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 26,531 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2017 24,585 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 18 May 2016 21,818 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 21,026 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2014 16,990 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 13,599 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 12,862 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 11,083 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 11,081 miles

Front Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 4 May 2010 10,138 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2010 10,138 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2009 9,133 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2006 9,119 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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R35 KUT is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 R35 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 R35 KUT registered?

R35 KUT is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R35 KUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R35 KUT shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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