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Y228 HKE

2001 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,323 mi
Last recorded27,323 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Trophy21,624 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY228 HKE
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 27,323 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear gear linkage lose

Pass 6 Aug 2021 27,284 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 27,284 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 27,284 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front wheel bearings not tested

Pass 9 Oct 2009 22,972 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 20,830 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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Y228 HKE is a 2001 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 21,624 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 Y228 HKE, 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 25 years old, this Triumph Trophy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was Y228 HKE registered?

Y228 HKE is a 2001 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 11 July 2001.

Is Y228 HKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y228 HKE shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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