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EJ02 VVG

2002 Triumph Trophy

Yellow Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

43,287 mi
Last recorded43,287 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2024
Typical for 2002 Triumph Trophy23,139 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ02 VVG
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2024 43,287 miles

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

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2024 43,286 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2022 35,584 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2022 35,584 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2021 34,784 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2021 34,784 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 21 May 2019 34,460 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 40,000 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 33,545 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 30,563 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 29,160 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 28,145 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 20,988 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 13,135 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 6,873 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2009 6,873 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2006 3,321 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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EJ02 VVG is a 2002 Triumph Trophy in Yellow with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2002 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 23,139 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 EJ02 VVG, 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 24 years old, this Triumph Trophy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was EJ02 VVG registered?

EJ02 VVG is a 2002 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is EJ02 VVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ02 VVG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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