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N217 JBH

1996 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

52,882 mi
Last recorded52,882 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN217 JBH
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 52,882 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 52,776 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 47,737 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 47,235 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 47,235 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 May 2017 45,003 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 May 2016 43,642 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 43,131 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 43,131 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 7 May 2014 43,016 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 42,244 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 41,813 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 41,105 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 40,127 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 39,431 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 37,973 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 35,603 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 34,500 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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N217 JBH is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 N217 JBH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N217 JBH registered?

N217 JBH is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 4 April 1996.

Is N217 JBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N217 JBH shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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