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N196 RJU

1996 Triumph Trophy

Purple Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,276 mi
Last recorded30,276 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2012
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN196 RJU
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2012 30,276 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front brake lever has slightly long travel(reserve travel not affected)

Fail 21 Mar 2012 30,276 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front brake lever has slightly long travel(reserve travel not affected)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 28,300 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2011 28,300 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 25 Feb 2010 27,457 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2010 27,457 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 27,447 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2007 26,719 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 26,399 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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N196 RJU is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Purple with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 31,264 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 N196 RJU, 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 30 years old, this Triumph Trophy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N196 RJU registered?

N196 RJU is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 10 May 1996.

Is N196 RJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N196 RJU shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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