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S894 RPV

1998 Triumph Trophy

Silver Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

43,008 mi
Last recorded43,008 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2023
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS894 RPV
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2023 43,008 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 42,407 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2021 42,407 miles

Central Front Lower Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Upper All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Central Front Lower Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Central Rear Lower Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2020 42,178 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 42,115 miles

front brake pads wearing low

front tyre near legal limits

slight damage to number plate

Pass 10 Dec 2016 40,363 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2014 40,329 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 39,623 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 39,623 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 38,776 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 37,898 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))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak

gearshift worn

Fail 2 May 2009 36,520 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

o/s/ fork seal wheeping

Pass 2 May 2009 36,520 miles

o/s/ fork seal wheeping

Pass 9 Apr 2008 34,601 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 34,596 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 33,101 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 31,411 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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S894 RPV is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Silver with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 S894 RPV, 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 S894 RPV registered?

S894 RPV is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S894 RPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S894 RPV shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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