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K53 BJA

1992 Triumph Trophy

Maroon Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

12,882 mi
Last recorded12,882 miles
Recorded on23 May 2013
Typical for 1992 Triumph Trophy34,775 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK53 BJA
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1992
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2013 12,882 miles

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

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

Fail 19 May 2012 12,602 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Pass 19 May 2012 12,602 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2011 11,245 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 24,566 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 20,213 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2008 20,170 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 13,119 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 13,119 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 5,356 miles

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

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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K53 BJA is a 1992 Triumph Trophy in Maroon with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 K53 BJA, 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 K53 BJA registered?

K53 BJA is a 1992 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is K53 BJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K53 BJA shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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