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M547 VGS

1995 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

42,869 mi
Last recorded42,869 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 Triumph Trophy29,456 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM547 VGS
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 42,869 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 42,838 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 42,744 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 42,707 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2019 42,698 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable Not fitted to manufactures sidewall instructions. Fitted in wrong direction. (5.2.3 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 42,473 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 42,405 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 42,019 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2015 41,791 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 41,030 miles

front brake discs worn

front tyre depth getting low

Pass 9 Aug 2013 40,718 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2012 37,956 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 37,808 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 35,786 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2010 35,781 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

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

Pass 11 May 2009 34,771 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 34,765 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2008 32,882 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 31,242 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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M547 VGS is a 1995 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1995 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 29,456 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 M547 VGS, 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 31 years old, this Triumph Trophy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M547 VGS registered?

M547 VGS is a 1995 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 27 March 1995.

Is M547 VGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M547 VGS shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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