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K237 FSO

1992 Triumph Trophy

Yellow Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2021
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

49,166 mi
Last recorded49,166 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2020
Typical for 1992 Triumph Trophy34,775 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK237 FSO
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1992
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2020 49,166 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

front brake lever operation is slightly spongy

Fail 3 Jun 2020 49,164 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements dull (7.7 (c))

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre join (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre join (6.1.2 (a))

front brake lever operation is slightly spongy

Pass 26 May 2018 47,962 miles
Fail 26 May 2018 47,962 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2015 47,222 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 47,222 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 1 Aug 2014 46,728 miles

Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

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

Loose wiring at front

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

Pass 1 Aug 2014 46,728 miles

Loose wiring at front

Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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 31 May 2013 45,224 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 45,224 miles

Offside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 2 May 2012 44,373 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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K237 FSO is a 1992 Triumph Trophy in Yellow with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 K237 FSO, 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 K237 FSO registered?

K237 FSO is a 1992 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 18 August 1992.

Is K237 FSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for K237 FSO shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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