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S809 PDF

1998 Triumph Trophy

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

48,270 mi
Last recorded48,270 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS809 PDF
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 48,270 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 May 2025 47,652 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 46,486 miles
Fail 22 May 2024 46,452 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 45,435 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 44,866 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 43,202 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 42,714 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 42,096 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 41,238 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 40,786 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 36,836 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2015 32,325 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 28,992 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 28,677 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 28,213 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 27,487 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 May 2010 26,269 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 24,904 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2008 23,755 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 23,077 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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S809 PDF is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 S809 PDF, 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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S809 PDF is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S809 PDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S809 PDF shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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