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MAC 878L

1973 Triumph Trophy

Silver Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,932 mi
Last recorded36,932 miles
Recorded on18 May 2017
Typical for 1973 Triumph Trophy17,735 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAC 878L
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1973
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 18 May 2017 36,932 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 35,807 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 35,692 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 35,647 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2013 35,561 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 35,429 miles

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

Rear tyre cracking

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 35,221 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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MAC 878L is a 1973 Triumph Trophy in Silver with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 17,735 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 MAC 878L, 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 53 years old, this Triumph Trophy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MAC 878L registered?

MAC 878L is a 1973 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 April 1973.

Is MAC 878L safe to buy?

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