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VU52 MDZ

2002 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,180 mi
Last recorded14,180 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2024
Typical for 2002 Triumph Trophy23,139 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 MDZ
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2024 14,180 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2014 14,128 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 13,964 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 13,769 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 13,751 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2009 13,413 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2008 13,028 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 12,266 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 11 Feb 2007 12,266 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2005 10,298 miles

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

Scottoiler feed pipe broken

slight indexing of steering head bearings

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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VU52 MDZ is a 2002 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 23,139 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 VU52 MDZ, 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 24 years old, this Triumph Trophy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VU52 MDZ registered?

VU52 MDZ is a 2002 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 November 2002.

Is VU52 MDZ safe to buy?

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