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R97 EOS

1998 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

27,330 mi
Last recorded27,330 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR97 EOS
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 27,330 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 26,523 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 26,403 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 25,883 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 25,721 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 24,572 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 24,413 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2019 24,412 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Nov 2018 23,597 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 22,873 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 22,873 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 22,868 miles

Centre Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 22,779 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2014 22,779 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 22,384 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 22,001 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 22,001 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Fail 30 Sep 2009 21,981 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2007 19,295 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2007 19,295 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

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

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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R97 EOS is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 R97 EOS, 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 R97 EOS registered?

R97 EOS is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R97 EOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R97 EOS shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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