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J178 PBC

1992 Triumph Trophy

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

32,070 mi
Last recorded32,070 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2025
Typical for 1992 Triumph Trophy34,775 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ178 PBC
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2025 32,070 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 31,911 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 30,352 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jul 2016 30,219 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 30,076 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 29,750 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 43,937 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 41,612 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 40,104 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 38,571 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 May 2008 34,277 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 6 May 2008 34,277 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2007 34,108 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 33,436 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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J178 PBC is a 1992 Triumph Trophy in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1992 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 34,775 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 J178 PBC, 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 34 years old, this Triumph Trophy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J178 PBC registered?

J178 PBC is a 1992 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 23 June 1992.

Is J178 PBC safe to buy?

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