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S940 LGW

1998 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

39,597 mi
Last recorded39,597 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2017
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS940 LGW
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2017 39,597 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 39,565 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 39,560 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2012 37,860 miles

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

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

Inner Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 May 2011 34,866 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 8 May 2010 33,901 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2009 29,398 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 29,398 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 29,276 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 28,373 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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S940 LGW is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 S940 LGW, 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 S940 LGW registered?

S940 LGW is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 16 September 1998.

Is S940 LGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S940 LGW shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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