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V170 UBD

1999 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

58,442 mi
Last recorded58,442 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Triumph Trophy27,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV170 UBD
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 58,442 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2025 55,170 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2025 55,147 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Feb 2024 50,964 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2024 50,893 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Feb 2023 46,868 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 45,936 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 44,613 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 43,629 miles

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Fail 20 Aug 2019 43,629 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 42,571 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 41,323 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 40,443 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 38,137 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 36,460 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 32,011 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 30,903 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2011 29,718 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 28,545 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 27,440 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 24,941 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 23,228 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2007 23,228 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2006 21,433 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2005 19,332 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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V170 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 V170 UBD, 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 V170 UBD registered?

V170 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 3 September 1999.

Is V170 UBD safe to buy?

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