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R469 BBD

1997 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

44,857 mi
Last recorded44,857 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR469 BBD
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2016 44,857 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 44,766 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 44,755 miles

offside rear susspension arm weld repaired

Pass 25 Sep 2013 43,965 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear brake hose outer protective cating deterioated

Fail 13 Sep 2013 43,945 miles

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

offside & nearside fork tubes deterioated

rear brake hose outer protective cating deterioated

Pass 22 Aug 2012 41,261 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 41,261 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 23 Sep 2011 15,527 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2011 15,527 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 187,729 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 62,074 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 62,074 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Sep 2008 39,216 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2007 12,907 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 12,907 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2006 86,232 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 62,998 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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R469 BBD is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 R469 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 R469 BBD registered?

R469 BBD is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 5 September 1997.

Is R469 BBD safe to buy?

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