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S496 RDW

1998 Triumph Trophy

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

39,113 mi
Last recorded39,113 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS496 RDW
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 39,113 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 38,909 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 38,775 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 38,498 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 38,186 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 37,426 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 36,835 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 36,355 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2019 36,345 miles

Front Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements DRL DOES NOT SWITCH OFF WHEN HEADLIGHTISLIT AND ENGINE RUNNING. (4.2.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2017 33,642 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 30,009 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 28,578 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 25,806 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 23,578 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 21,088 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 20,892 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 19,666 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 18,446 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 17,366 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 4 Aug 2008 17,351 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 16,422 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2006 15,860 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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S496 RDW is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 S496 RDW, 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 S496 RDW registered?

S496 RDW is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 25 August 1998.

Is S496 RDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S496 RDW shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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