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L43 OWY

1994 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,338 mi
Last recorded68,338 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2018
Typical for 1994 Triumph Trophy33,721 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL43 OWY
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2018 68,338 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 67,607 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Mar 2017 67,599 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2014 65,216 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 4 Sep 2010 64,666 miles

Front Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2009 63,060 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 63,060 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)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2008 58,926 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 57,704 miles

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

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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L43 OWY is a 1994 Triumph Trophy in Blue 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 L43 OWY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L43 OWY registered?

L43 OWY is a 1994 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 April 1994.

Is L43 OWY safe to buy?

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