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R550 JCU

1997 Triumph Trophy

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

3,036 mi
Last recorded3,036 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR550 JCU
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 3,036 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Dec 2024 447 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Riders foot peg is loose but not likely to fall off.

Pass 6 Sep 2023
Fail 6 Sep 2023 402 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Jul 2023

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2021 1 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 50,250 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 50,216 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 47,897 miles

Front front brake spongy

Rear Rear shock corroded.

Rear rear brake spongy

Pass 24 Jun 2017 47,741 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2017 47,695 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2016 46,645 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2015 43,873 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 41,843 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 39,436 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 36,881 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 34,320 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 34,093 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2009 33,368 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 21 Mar 2009 33,352 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2008 32,669 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 30,893 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2007 30,891 miles

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

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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R550 JCU is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 R550 JCU, 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 R550 JCU registered?

R550 JCU is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R550 JCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R550 JCU shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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