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J224 HGK

1991 Triumph Trophy

Purple Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,023 mi
Last recorded17,023 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2014
Typical for 1991 Triumph Trophy31,921 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ224 HGK
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1991
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2014 17,023 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 16,319 miles

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

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Fail 14 Jun 2013 16,319 miles

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

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

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

Rear Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

rear calliper holder bar has slight play in bush

Pass 18 Aug 2010 16,218 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2010 16,218 miles

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

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 15,487 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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J224 HGK is a 1991 Triumph Trophy in Purple with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 31,921 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 J224 HGK, 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 35 years old, this Triumph Trophy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J224 HGK registered?

J224 HGK is a 1991 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J224 HGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J224 HGK shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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