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ERL 542K

1973 Triumph Trophy

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

34,076 mi
Last recorded34,076 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2013
Typical for 1973 Triumph Trophy17,735 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationERL 542K
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2013 34,076 miles

Custom Exhaust pipes fitted but baffled at time of test

Pass 5 May 2012 34,076 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 34,076 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 3,406 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 34,076 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 30,366 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 27,773 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 24,861 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 24,861 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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ERL 542K is a 1973 Triumph Trophy in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 17,735 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 ERL 542K, 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 53 years old, this Triumph Trophy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ERL 542K registered?

ERL 542K is a 1973 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 31 October 1973.

Is ERL 542K safe to buy?

The MOT history for ERL 542K shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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