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VE16 FMJ

2016 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1215cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

17,856 mi
Last recorded17,856 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Triumph Trophy14,516 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE16 FMJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,215cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 17,856 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 16,471 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 12,604 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Engine mounting/bracket bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2024 12,604 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Engine mounting/bracket bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2023 10,103 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2022 8,149 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 6,496 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 5,684 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 4,479 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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VE16 FMJ is a 2016 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,215cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.8% with a typical mileage of 14,516 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 VE16 FMJ, 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 10 years old, this Triumph Trophy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VE16 FMJ registered?

VE16 FMJ is a 2016 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 24 June 2016.

Is VE16 FMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE16 FMJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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