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Y549 PUR

2001 Triumph Trophy

Silver Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

40,288 mi
Last recorded40,288 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 2001 Triumph Trophy21,624 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY549 PUR
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 40,288 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 40,279 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 40,279 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock Clutch lever hitting fairing on lock to lock! (2.1.4 (c))

Rear Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headrace bearings slightly notchy!

Pass 21 Aug 2017 38,540 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 21 Aug 2017 38,540 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 37,671 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 34,852 miles

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

Fail 5 Feb 2015 34,852 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2014 30,410 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 31 Jan 2014 30,410 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

N/S Riders Foot Peg Damper Plate Loose

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 2 Feb 2013 28,091 miles

Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2012 25,133 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 21,301 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 16,926 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2009 12,654 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 11,352 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 10,686 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 4,686 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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Y549 PUR is a 2001 Triumph Trophy in Silver with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 Y549 PUR, 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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Y549 PUR is a 2001 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 14 May 2001.

Is Y549 PUR safe to buy?

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