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DHV 54H

1970 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

252 mi
Last recorded252 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2017
Typical for 1970 Triumph Trophy7,650 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHV 54H
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2017 252 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 238 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 203 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 149 miles

frame number not visable

movment in front brake reaction back plate

Fail 26 Feb 2014 149 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Front Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

chain gard front mounting nut missing

frame number not visable

front brake cable on full adjustment

movment in front brake reaction back plate

Pass 21 Jul 2012 85 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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DHV 54H is a 1970 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1970 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.5% with a typical mileage of 7,650 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 DHV 54H, 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 56 years old, this Triumph Trophy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DHV 54H?

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What year was DHV 54H registered?

DHV 54H is a 1970 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 22 June 1970.

Is DHV 54H safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHV 54H 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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