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R798 CVF

1998 Triumph Trophy

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,046 mi
Last recorded22,046 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR798 CVF
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2019 22,046 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Rear (1.1.13 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 20,899 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 20,289 miles

Rear tyre nearing minimum limit

Pass 10 Jul 2015 19,401 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 18,719 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 18,558 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 18,495 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 18,068 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 18,068 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2010 17,655 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2009 17,133 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 15,910 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Jul 2007 14,558 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 12,563 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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R798 CVF 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 R798 CVF, 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 R798 CVF registered?

R798 CVF is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 25 April 1998.

Is R798 CVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R798 CVF 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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