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AKE 87J

1999 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

12,379 mi
Last recorded12,379 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 1999 Triumph Trophy27,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKE 87J
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 12,379 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 11,961 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2016 11,961 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 3 Dec 2014 11,049 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

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

Fail 19 Nov 2014 11,049 miles

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2013 10,758 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 20 Sep 2013 10,758 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2012 10,027 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2011 8,721 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 8,721 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 7,170 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 5,177 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 11 Aug 2008 2,702 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 2,702 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2007 2,253 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 2,235 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2005 2,177 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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AKE 87J is a 1999 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 27,952 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 AKE 87J, 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 27 years old, this Triumph Trophy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AKE 87J registered?

AKE 87J is a 1999 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 21 April 1999.

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