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P135 TGF

1997 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

54,431 mi
Last recorded54,431 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2014
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP135 TGF
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2014 54,431 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2014 54,431 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 13 May 2013 54,381 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 54,381 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 May 2012 53,754 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 52,976 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 52,976 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 51,469 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2010 51,465 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 50,697 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 49,182 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2006

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 27 Sep 2005 47,105 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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P135 TGF is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 27,932 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 P135 TGF, 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 29 years old, this Triumph Trophy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P135 TGF registered?

P135 TGF is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P135 TGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P135 TGF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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