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R43 KUT

1997 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

20,765 mi
Last recorded20,765 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR43 KUT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 20,765 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 20,036 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 19,926 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 19,716 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 19,314 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2020 18,836 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2019 18,717 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 18,403 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 18,222 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 18,222 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 17,800 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 17,779 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 17,474 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 16,861 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 16,488 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 16,416 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 15,674 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 15,132 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 14,835 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 14,158 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 13,302 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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R43 KUT is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 R43 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R43 KUT registered?

R43 KUT is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R43 KUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R43 KUT shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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