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R965 JTX

1998 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

75,380 mi
Last recorded75,380 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR965 JTX
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 75,380 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 75,284 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 75,247 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 74,949 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 73,753 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2017 71,930 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 70,029 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2016 70,009 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2015 68,455 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2015 68,447 miles

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

one rear bulb u/s

Pass 8 Feb 2014 66,331 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 62,690 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 59,277 miles

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

advise n/s front indicator damaged but function ok

advise rear tyre worn at centre near limits

Pass 8 Oct 2010 46,939 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Oct 2009 34,428 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 28,840 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 27,007 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 23,403 miles

Front Lower Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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R965 JTX is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R965 JTX, 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 R965 JTX registered?

R965 JTX is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 2 May 1998.

Is R965 JTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R965 JTX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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