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R556 UOA

1997 Triumph Trophy

Black Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,737 mi
Last recorded56,737 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR556 UOA
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2019 56,737 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Jul 2019 56,646 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 46,747 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 46,736 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm likely to fail SEIZED ARMS (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 37,933 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 24,361 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 24,361 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 21,971 miles

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Fail 3 Aug 2015 21,971 miles

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 21,512 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 20,523 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2012 20,523 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2011 19,226 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 17,934 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 16,993 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 16,993 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 16,938 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 16,713 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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R556 UOA is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Black with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R556 UOA, 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 R556 UOA registered?

R556 UOA is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 15 October 1997.

Is R556 UOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R556 UOA shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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