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S887 UBC

1998 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,556 mi
Last recorded23,556 miles
Recorded on29 May 2014
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS887 UBC
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2014 23,556 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 23,555 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 18,964 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 17,666 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 17,666 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 16 May 2011 17,177 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 17,177 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 15,126 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2008 13,354 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 13,087 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 12,820 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 12,056 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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S887 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S887 UBC, 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

How do I check the history of S887 UBC?

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What year was S887 UBC registered?

S887 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 11 November 1998.

Is S887 UBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S887 UBC shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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