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N354 MHG

1996 Triumph Trophy

Silver Petrol 1179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

43,784 mi
Last recorded43,784 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trophy31,264 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN354 MHG
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,179cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 43,784 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2025 43,780 miles

Brake hose connection leaking Front brake hose banjo bolt leaking (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Aug 2024 41,588 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2024 41,588 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2023 40,658 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2022 38,920 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2022 38,918 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Aug 2021 37,063 miles

minor rattle present in both rear silencers

Pass 11 Aug 2020 35,193 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2020 35,191 miles

Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 35,166 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 27 Apr 2018 35,166 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 5 May 2016 33,158 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2015 31,754 miles

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

Fail 5 May 2015 31,734 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2014 28,961 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 25,771 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 16 May 2012 24,017 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 21,759 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 18,052 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 17,581 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2005 17,107 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2005 17,107 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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N354 MHG is a 1996 Triumph Trophy in Silver with a 1,179cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 N354 MHG, 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 N354 MHG registered?

N354 MHG is a 1996 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N354 MHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N354 MHG shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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