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R52 KUT

1997 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

34,845 mi
Last recorded34,845 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR52 KUT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 34,845 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 34,228 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2018 34,228 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 8 Mar 2017 34,009 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 34,009 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 31 May 2006 33,935 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 33,935 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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R52 KUT is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 R52 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.

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What year was R52 KUT registered?

R52 KUT is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 14 August 1997.

Is R52 KUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R52 KUT shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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