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R705 NTO

1998 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

26,847 mi
Last recorded26,847 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR705 NTO
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 26,847 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2025 26,847 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 26,318 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 32,314 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 31,068 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 28,977 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 28,225 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 27,250 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 27,025 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 26,474 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 26,184 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 25,533 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 25,513 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 25,513 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake pedal attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Pass 14 Nov 2005 24,830 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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R705 NTO is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R705 NTO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R705 NTO?

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What year was R705 NTO registered?

R705 NTO is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is R705 NTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R705 NTO shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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