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V278 ENU

2000 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

26,631 mi
Last recorded26,631 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2021
Typical for 2000 Triumph Trophy24,429 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV278 ENU
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2021 26,631 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front FRONT BRAKE LEVER ACTION IS SPONGEY IN OPERATION.

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

Pass 27 Jun 2020 26,346 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 26,114 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 26,114 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2018 25,343 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 25,315 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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 14 May 2016 24,966 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2015 24,248 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2014 22,519 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 22,127 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 21,073 miles
Fail 19 May 2012 21,073 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2011 18,446 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2010 16,907 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 15,991 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 14,474 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 10,763 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 10,762 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Mar 2006 8,816 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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V278 ENU is a 2000 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2000 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 24,429 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 V278 ENU, 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 26 years old, this Triumph Trophy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was V278 ENU registered?

V278 ENU is a 2000 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 January 2000.

Is V278 ENU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V278 ENU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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