MOT Status
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3,036 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Nearside Front Riders foot peg is loose but not likely to fall off.
Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))
Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))
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))
Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))
Front front brake spongy
Rear Rear shock corroded.
Rear rear brake spongy
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
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.
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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.
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How do I check the history of R550 JCU?
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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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