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V179 UBD

1999 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,707 mi
Last recorded45,707 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2016
Typical for 1999 Triumph Trophy27,952 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV179 UBD
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2016 45,707 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 44,126 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Oil leak

Fail 5 Dec 2014 44,090 miles

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

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Nov 2013 38,494 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 34,555 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2012 34,555 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

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

Pass 16 May 2011 28,868 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 25,473 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 May 2009 20,744 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 15,979 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 14,223 miles

rider footrests insecure

Pass 9 May 2006 13,942 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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V179 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V179 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.

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What year was V179 UBD registered?

V179 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 3 September 1999.

Is V179 UBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V179 UBD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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