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R579 VND

1997 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

36,545 mi
Last recorded36,545 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR579 VND
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2023 36,545 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 36,209 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 34,348 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members fork bushes worn (2.3.4)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Fail 7 Mar 2018 34,348 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2016 34,149 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 33,068 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 31,954 miles

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

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

Rear number plate slight delamination but can clearly be read

Pass 5 Jun 2013 31,551 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 31,132 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 31,116 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 30 Dec 2008 31,116 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Oct 2007 26,752 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 24,362 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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R579 VND is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R579 VND, 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 R579 VND registered?

R579 VND is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R579 VND safe to buy?

The MOT history for R579 VND shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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