MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
45,488 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))
Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
rear backup side lamp not working
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Triumph Trophy?
Based on 47,093 MOT tests across 4,717 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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V140 DGC is a 1999 Triumph Trophy in Silver with a 1,118cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
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 V140 DGC, 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 V140 DGC registered?
V140 DGC is a 1999 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 September 1999.
Is V140 DGC safe to buy?
The MOT history for V140 DGC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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