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N351 PUW

1996 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

53,943 mi
Last recorded53,943 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN351 PUW
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 53,943 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2025 53,943 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 24 May 2024 53,151 miles

upper fork leg pinches wiring when full right turn lock is achieved

Front both front brake hoses damaged by crimping (braided lines)

Fail 20 Apr 2024 53,093 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 9 Mar 2024 53,063 miles

Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Mar 2023 51,978 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 14 Mar 2023 51,978 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected throttle sticking (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls defective swithch wiring (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 20 Aug 2022 51,743 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 51,445 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 29 Apr 2017 51,415 miles

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

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

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 May 2015 50,615 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 3 May 2014 47,599 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 39,688 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2013 39,684 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2012 37,875 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 31,765 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 22,752 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 24 Mar 2010 22,752 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 22,142 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 21,663 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2007 20,860 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 18 Apr 2006 19,638 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 19,638 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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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N351 PUW is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 N351 PUW, 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 N351 PUW registered?

N351 PUW is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 July 1996.

Is N351 PUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N351 PUW shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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