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R679 CAC

1998 Triumph Trophy

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,422 mi
Last recorded76,422 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR679 CAC
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 76,422 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 76,207 miles

rear tyre worn

Pass 29 Dec 2015 74,644 miles

Left exhaust blowing

Rear tyre worn uneven

Pass 21 Aug 2014 67,429 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 20 Aug 2014 67,429 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

one of two dipped beams operating

one of two main beams operating

Pass 2 Sep 2013 60,819 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 52,506 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 42,674 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2010 41,410 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 35,072 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 31,589 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 31,573 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 27,975 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 26,813 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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R679 CAC is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 27,882 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 R679 CAC, 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 28 years old, this Triumph Trophy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was R679 CAC registered?

R679 CAC is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R679 CAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R679 CAC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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