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S889 UBC

1998 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

41,817 mi
Last recorded41,817 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS889 UBC
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 41,817 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 40,245 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 37,656 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 37,112 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2022 34,789 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 32,842 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2019 31,784 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2018 30,529 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 28,342 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 26,667 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 25,775 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 22,143 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 21,161 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 20,225 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 19,432 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 18,303 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2010 18,303 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2009 16,929 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 16,035 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 14,426 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 12,775 miles

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

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

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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S889 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Blue 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 S889 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.

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What year was S889 UBC registered?

S889 UBC is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S889 UBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S889 UBC 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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