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L218 LAW

1994 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

17,389 mi
Last recorded17,389 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 1994 Triumph Trophy33,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL218 LAW
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 17,389 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 17,334 miles

Central Front Engine speed increases when turning the handle bars.

Fail 2 Aug 2019 17,334 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp not working Brake light not illuminating when rear brake operated. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Central Front Engine speed increases when turning the handle bars.

Pass 24 Aug 2018 17,328 miles

Exhaust tail pipes corroded and slightly blowing

Pass 16 Aug 2017 16,782 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 16,220 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2015 15,967 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2015 15,967 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 11 Aug 2014 15,793 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 15,793 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 15,340 miles

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

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 14,654 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2010 14,440 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 14,243 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 13,472 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 13,264 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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L218 LAW is a 1994 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1994 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 33,721 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 L218 LAW, 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 32 years old, this Triumph Trophy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L218 LAW registered?

L218 LAW is a 1994 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 14 May 1994.

Is L218 LAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L218 LAW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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