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Y509 BFS

2001 Triumph Trophy

Silver Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

36,425 mi
Last recorded36,425 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Trophy21,624 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY509 BFS
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 36,425 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 36,102 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 35,702 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2022 35,441 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively more float than the offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2022 35,391 miles

Rear Brake disc fractured cracks and corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively more float than the offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear brake master cylinder damp at flexi seal, cant tell if it is leaking

Pass 27 Aug 2021 34,496 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 33,714 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 32,804 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 31,636 miles

Rear brake binding slightly

front brake lever has little reserve travel

Pass 24 Aug 2017 30,242 miles

Nearside mirror loose

Pass 24 Aug 2016 28,471 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 27,145 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

gearshifter loose

Pass 14 Aug 2014 24,691 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 20,805 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 18,203 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 14,310 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 10,694 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 6,628 miles

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 4 May 2007 6,373 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2005 4,159 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2005 4,159 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

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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Y509 BFS is a 2001 Triumph Trophy in Silver with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 Y509 BFS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y509 BFS?

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What year was Y509 BFS registered?

Y509 BFS is a 2001 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 18 April 2001.

Is Y509 BFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y509 BFS shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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