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N256 BLV

1996 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,464 mi
Last recorded43,464 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2019
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN256 BLV
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2019 43,464 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 42,832 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 41,089 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 41,089 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 38,798 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 38,789 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Stop lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 38,217 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 35,527 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 25 Aug 2006 35,527 miles

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Oil leak

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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N256 BLV is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Red 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 N256 BLV, 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 N256 BLV registered?

N256 BLV is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 4 March 1996.

Is N256 BLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N256 BLV 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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