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T638 EGT

1999 Triumph Trophy

Black Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2025
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

349 mi
Last recorded349 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2024
Typical for 1999 Triumph Trophy27,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT638 EGT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2024 349 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 28,297 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Mar 2019 28,287 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 28,113 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 24,561 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 17 Mar 2017 24,561 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 20,356 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2015 20,349 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute all with the engine running (1.5.1c)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Pass 4 Oct 2014 46,929 miles

front mudguard requires tighten to bolts,rear tyre slight damage,no cord exposed.

Pass 13 Sep 2013 45,735 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 45,727 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2012 44,993 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 44,754 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2011 44,754 miles

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

nearside front foot rest slightly loose

offside front footrest slightly loose

Pass 10 Aug 2010 44,120 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

offside front foot rest ped requires attension

Pass 4 Jul 2009 37,950 miles

rear brake slightly binding

slight movement in front forks/headbearings

Fail 4 Jul 2009 37,950 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

rear brake slightly binding

slight movement in front forks/headbearings

Pass 13 Jun 2008 37,356 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 34,280 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 32,491 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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T638 EGT is a 1999 Triumph Trophy in Black with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 27,952 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 T638 EGT, 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 27 years old, this Triumph Trophy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was T638 EGT registered?

T638 EGT is a 1999 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 10 May 1999.

Is T638 EGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T638 EGT shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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