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R72 JSC

1998 Triumph Trophy

Silver Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

89,729 mi
Last recorded89,729 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2021
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR72 JSC
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2021 89,729 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2021 89,717 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 86,809 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 81,925 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 76,861 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 72,775 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded rear spring and suspension mechanism (6.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

some pitting on front forks

Fail 9 Feb 2016 72,768 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 71,374 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2013 66,536 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 60,319 miles

CHAIN JOINING LINK NOT CONVENTIONAL TIPE

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 18 Oct 2012 60,241 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

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

CHAIN JOINING LINK NOT CONVENTIONAL TIPE

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 May 2011 59,564 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 59,564 miles

Centre Front Upper Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 58,340 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 27 Jul 2009 58,157 miles

Centre Rear Lower Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 55,725 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 51,286 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2006 51,422 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 May 2005 46,460 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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R72 JSC is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Silver with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 R72 JSC, 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 R72 JSC registered?

R72 JSC is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R72 JSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R72 JSC shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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