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L224 TCL

1994 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,536 mi
Last recorded96,536 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2017
Typical for 1994 Triumph Trophy33,721 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL224 TCL
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2017 96,536 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2016 96,463 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2015 95,397 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake master cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Fail 25 Apr 2015 95,396 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake master cylinder slightly corroded (3.2.B1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 94,046 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 91,670 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 91,670 miles

Nearside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Offside Rear Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Pass 19 May 2006 91,414 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 91,414 miles

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

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

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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L224 TCL is a 1994 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 L224 TCL, 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 L224 TCL registered?

L224 TCL is a 1994 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 3 May 1994.

Is L224 TCL safe to buy?

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