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R727 WKE

1997 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

53,934 mi
Last recorded53,934 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR727 WKE
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2016 53,934 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2016 53,925 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2015 53,142 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 51,844 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2010 51,385 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 47,414 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2009 47,414 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 23 Jul 2008 43,331 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2008 43,331 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 35,247 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 29,617 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2005 25,563 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2005 25,563 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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R727 WKE is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R727 WKE, 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 R727 WKE registered?

R727 WKE is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 16 August 1997.

Is R727 WKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R727 WKE shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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