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R873 RMJ

1998 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

39,187 mi
Last recorded39,187 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR873 RMJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 39,187 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 38,418 miles

rear tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 25 Mar 2024 37,703 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2023 36,203 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 34,741 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 33,926 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 33,260 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 32,564 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 31,576 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 30,489 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 28,810 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 27,218 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 25,870 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 25,173 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 25,173 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 24,981 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2012 24,981 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2009 24,946 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2009 24,946 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2008 24,108 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 23,888 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 22,622 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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R873 RMJ is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 R873 RMJ, 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 R873 RMJ registered?

R873 RMJ is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 13 February 1998.

Is R873 RMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R873 RMJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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