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J180 PBC

1992 Triumph Trophy

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

22,020 mi
Last recorded22,020 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2020
Typical for 1992 Triumph Trophy34,775 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ180 PBC
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2020 22,020 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front mud guard missing

Pass 19 Oct 2018 22,004 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2017 21,731 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn low to 1.2mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Fail 20 Oct 2017 21,731 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn low to 1.2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 21,722 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 21,319 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 20 Sep 2014 21,290 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2b) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 6 Sep 2014 21,261 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Final drive chain has been painted so cannot be lubricated correctly

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 70,368 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2013 70,368 miles

Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 67,015 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Fail 4 Jun 2011 66,528 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

will require chain and sprocket kit

Pass 4 Jun 2011 66,528 miles

will require chain and sprocket kit

Pass 5 Feb 2010 66,448 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 66,114 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 65,189 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 64,480 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 63,011 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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J180 PBC is a 1992 Triumph Trophy in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 J180 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 J180 PBC registered?

J180 PBC is a 1992 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 23 June 1992.

Is J180 PBC safe to buy?

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