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P138 TGF

1997 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

43,166 mi
Last recorded43,166 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP138 TGF
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Fail 27 May 2025 43,166 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 42,618 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 39,120 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 38,558 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2019 37,381 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 35,539 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 35,283 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2016 34,138 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2016 34,138 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2015 32,750 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 30,428 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 30,428 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2014 29,990 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 29,147 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 28,105 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 27,057 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 25,874 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 24,285 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 22,819 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 21,318 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 20,320 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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P138 TGF is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P138 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 P138 TGF registered?

P138 TGF is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 8 January 1997.

Is P138 TGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P138 TGF shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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