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N312 PAX

1996 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

76,197 mi
Last recorded76,197 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN312 PAX
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 76,197 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2025 76,188 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2024 73,542 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 78,314 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 73,140 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 72,603 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 72,582 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2018 72,582 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 71,789 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2016 70,801 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Fail 28 Jul 2016 70,801 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 68,390 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2014 65,476 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 64,291 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 63,877 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2010 63,877 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2009 57,610 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 57,609 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Front wheel showing signs of corrosion

Pass 3 Dec 2007 53,490 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 50,721 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2006 50,721 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2005 45,407 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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N312 PAX is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 N312 PAX, 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 N312 PAX registered?

N312 PAX is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 25 January 1996.

Is N312 PAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N312 PAX shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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