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H16 VES

1994 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

35,320 mi
Last recorded35,320 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 1994 Triumph Trophy33,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH16 VES
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 35,320 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 May 2024 34,944 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 34,755 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 33,897 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 33,870 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 33,813 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2018 33,674 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 33,539 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 33,266 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 32,850 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 May 2013 32,551 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 30 May 2012 32,019 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 30 May 2012 32,019 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 30,358 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 29,271 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 28,124 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2005 26,195 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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H16 VES is a 1994 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1994 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 33,721 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 H16 VES, 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 32 years old, this Triumph Trophy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H16 VES?

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What year was H16 VES registered?

H16 VES is a 1994 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is H16 VES safe to buy?

The MOT history for H16 VES shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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