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ELA 162J

1970 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

529 mi
Last recorded529 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2012
Typical for 1970 Triumph Trophy7,650 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELA 162J
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2012 529 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 515 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 501 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 462 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 460 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 426 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 325 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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ELA 162J is a 1970 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ELA 162J, 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 ELA 162J?

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What year was ELA 162J registered?

ELA 162J is a 1970 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 3 December 1970.

Is ELA 162J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELA 162J shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ELA 162J have outstanding finance?

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