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V260 DCW

1999 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

39,593 mi
Last recorded39,593 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2016
Typical for 1999 Triumph Trophy27,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV260 DCW
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2016 39,593 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort rear (3.3.A1d)

Fail 2 Jun 2016 39,593 miles

Footrest insecure l/h/f loose (6.2.1a)

Footrest insecure r/h/f loose (6.2.1a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil both fork seals (2.3.3)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. l/h (2.1.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort rear (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 36,021 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 35,953 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 29,726 miles

advise front brake rubbing slightly

Pass 19 Mar 2012 25,245 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2010 24,635 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 21,426 miles

nearside front brake disc has slight movement in rivets

offside front brake disc has slight movement in rivets

Pass 17 Nov 2008 20,691 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 18,645 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 16,012 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2005 15,298 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 15,298 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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V260 DCW is a 1999 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 V260 DCW, 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 V260 DCW registered?

V260 DCW is a 1999 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V260 DCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for V260 DCW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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