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R387 BMB

1997 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2015
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,972 mi
Last recorded14,972 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2014
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR387 BMB
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2014 14,972 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 14,736 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 14,286 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 13,762 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 13,150 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 13,004 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 12,424 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2005 11,309 miles

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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R387 BMB is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R387 BMB, 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 R387 BMB registered?

R387 BMB is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 4 September 1997.

Is R387 BMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R387 BMB shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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