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V149 DGC

1999 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

48,870 mi
Last recorded48,870 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Trophy27,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV149 DGC
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 48,870 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2023 47,241 miles

slight misting of oil from lower corner of oil cooler

Pass 14 Apr 2022 46,110 miles

Central Front Oil cooler pipe has slight oil leak

Central Front Oil cooler shows signs of excessive wear

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

Central Rear Rear tyre tread pattern is misshaped due to rear suspension set up

Nearside Front Upper clutch fluid level low

Pass 28 Aug 2019 43,881 miles

Nearside Front indicator loose connection

Pass 30 Aug 2018 38,821 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 36,386 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 35,481 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 34,499 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 33,358 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 31,967 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 30,038 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 21,637 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 18,918 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 18,879 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (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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V149 DGC is a 1999 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 V149 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V149 DGC registered?

V149 DGC is a 1999 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 6 October 1999.

Is V149 DGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V149 DGC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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