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V389 UBD

1999 Triumph Trophy

Silver Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2025
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

40,506 mi
Last recorded40,506 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2024
Typical for 1999 Triumph Trophy27,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV389 UBD
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2024 40,506 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 40,033 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 38,991 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 38,454 miles
Fail 29 May 2021 38,418 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2020 37,299 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 36,222 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 34,204 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 34,104 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2014 34,101 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2014 34,101 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 34,017 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 33,901 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Sep 2011 33,797 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 33,624 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2010 33,249 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 32,963 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 32,610 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 32,412 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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V389 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Trophy in Silver with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 V389 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 V389 UBD registered?

V389 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 6 December 1999.

Is V389 UBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for V389 UBD shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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