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R871 GDL

1998 Triumph Trophy

Silver Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

12,726 mi
Last recorded12,726 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2024
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR871 GDL
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2024 12,726 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2024 12,712 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 11,673 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 10,200 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 8,262 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Apr 2021 8,262 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2014 6,954 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2013 6,934 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 6,910 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 6,884 miles

Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 6,763 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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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R871 GDL is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Silver with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R871 GDL, 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 R871 GDL registered?

R871 GDL is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R871 GDL safe to buy?

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