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R699 BUJ

1998 Triumph Trophy

Silver Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

28,246 mi
Last recorded28,246 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR699 BUJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 28,246 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 27,330 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 25,835 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 25,680 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 25,468 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 25,001 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 24,408 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 23,703 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 23,060 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 23,054 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Apr 2016 21,979 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit sidecar (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Apr 2015 20,739 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 19,288 miles

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

Sidecar shock absorber has a light misting (5.2.4)

Pass 29 Mar 2013 17,938 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 16,876 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 14,621 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 13,705 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 10,381 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 9,092 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 6,811 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2005 5,237 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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R699 BUJ is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Silver with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 R699 BUJ, 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 R699 BUJ registered?

R699 BUJ is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 19 March 1998.

Is R699 BUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R699 BUJ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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