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T938 SCH

1999 Triumph Trophy

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests30 (21 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

17,449 mi
Last recorded17,449 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Trophy27,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT938 SCH
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

21 pass 9 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 17,449 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 17,387 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2025 17,387 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jun 2024 17,195 miles

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

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced 50% working (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2024 17,195 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced 50% working (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 17,083 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 16,481 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 16,356 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 16,117 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Jun 2020 16,117 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 15,310 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 14,445 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 12,922 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2017 12,922 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 18 May 2016 12,605 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 12,342 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 12,342 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 11,863 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 11,019 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 11,019 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 10,428 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 10,428 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 9,815 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 9,815 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 9,222 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 8,866 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 8,180 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 8,180 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 8,164 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 7,544 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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T938 SCH is a 1999 Triumph Trophy in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 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 T938 SCH, 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 T938 SCH registered?

T938 SCH is a 1999 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 19 June 1999.

Is T938 SCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for T938 SCH shows 30 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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