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R948 JUG

1998 Triumph Trophy

Silver Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

14,332 mi
Last recorded14,332 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2023
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR948 JUG
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2023 14,332 miles

Nearside Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 12 Sep 2023 14,332 miles

Nearside Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 13,538 miles

oil leak under engine

Pass 16 Apr 2021 12,933 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 12,660 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 12,312 miles

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Fail 2 May 2014 12,296 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Pass 17 May 2013 1,202 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2011 9,986 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 9,678 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 9,532 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Dec 2008 9,268 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2008 8,852 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 8,430 miles

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

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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R948 JUG is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Silver with a 1,180cc 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 R948 JUG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R948 JUG registered?

R948 JUG is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 12 March 1998.

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