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T742 HNV

1999 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

34,621 mi
Last recorded34,621 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2023
Typical for 1999 Triumph Trophy27,952 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT742 HNV
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2023 34,621 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2022 33,878 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 33,178 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 32,589 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 32,196 miles

Offside Front Brake Lever Has Slight Reserve Travel

Fail 18 Sep 2019 32,196 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake Lever Has Slight Reserve Travel

Pass 11 Sep 2018 31,799 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2018 31,799 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 30,791 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 29,391 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 28,494 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2014 27,599 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 26,787 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 26,787 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 25,870 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 24,708 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 22,703 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 20,570 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2009 20,570 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Sep 2008 17,596 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 14,359 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 14,359 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Sep 2006 10,561 miles

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

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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T742 HNV is a 1999 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 T742 HNV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T742 HNV registered?

T742 HNV is a 1999 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 23 June 1999.

Is T742 HNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T742 HNV shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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