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J288 CUG

1992 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,149 mi
Last recorded54,149 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2010
Typical for 1992 Triumph Trophy34,775 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ288 CUG
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2010 54,149 miles

Chain loose

Front fork seals deteriorated and slight oil leak.

Rear tyre worn.

Fail 7 Nov 2009 54,126 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

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

Pass 15 May 2007 52,986 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 51,896 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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J288 CUG is a 1992 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J288 CUG, 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 J288 CUG registered?

J288 CUG is a 1992 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 10 April 1992.

Is J288 CUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J288 CUG shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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