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R427 DNP

1997 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,003 mi
Last recorded36,003 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR427 DNP
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 36,003 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in monoshock linkage pivots (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 35,450 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencers corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Linkage (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 35,227 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencers corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Monoshock linkage (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 9 Jun 2023 35,227 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencers corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right Headlamp mask fitted (4.1.2 (a))

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Monoshock linkage (5.3.2 (c))

Wheel spindle locking device missing Circlip missing (5.2.1 (d))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 34,543 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 34,514 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 33,959 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 30,810 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 9 Jul 2013 30,810 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2012 29,229 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 Aug 2011 29,121 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 29,056 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 28,714 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 28,593 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 28,097 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 27,424 miles

Front 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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R427 DNP is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 R427 DNP, 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 R427 DNP registered?

R427 DNP is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R427 DNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R427 DNP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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