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Y781 FEL

2001 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

42,516 mi
Last recorded42,516 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Trophy21,624 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY781 FEL
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 42,516 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 42,166 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 41,837 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 40,874 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 39,476 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 39,221 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 39,195 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 38,581 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 38,581 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 37,589 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 37,581 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 37,295 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 19 Jul 2010 37,295 miles

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)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 36,306 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 34,293 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 34,293 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2007 31,541 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2006 27,901 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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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Y781 FEL is a 2001 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 Y781 FEL, 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 Y781 FEL registered?

Y781 FEL is a 2001 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 13 March 2001.

Is Y781 FEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y781 FEL shows 18 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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