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R969 JUG

1997 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,575 mi
Last recorded39,575 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR969 JUG
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 39,575 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre worn close to the wear marker in centre section (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 38,799 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 37,705 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre worn close to wear marker on outer centre edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 35,195 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 34,962 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 34,794 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2019 34,794 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2018 34,681 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 30,216 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 29,810 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 29,713 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 15 Aug 2007 29,256 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 25,421 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2005 25,277 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 24 Oct 2005 25,277 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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R969 JUG is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 27,932 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 R969 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 29 years old, this Triumph Trophy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R969 JUG registered?

R969 JUG is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 18 December 1997.

Is R969 JUG safe to buy?

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