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R455 BBD

1997 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

7,323 mi
Last recorded7,323 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR455 BBD
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2017 7,323 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 6,991 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 6,991 miles

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease o/s pads and disc (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil both (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jul 2015 6,628 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 6,341 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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

Pass 15 May 2009 5,654 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 5,654 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 16 May 2008 3,968 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 2,008 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 2,007 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 2,007 miles

Front Gradient brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.D1c)

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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R455 BBD is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 R455 BBD, 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 R455 BBD registered?

R455 BBD is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R455 BBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R455 BBD shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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