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P149 TGF

1997 Triumph Trophy

Purple Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

25,102 mi
Last recorded25,102 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP149 TGF
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 25,102 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2019 25,100 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2017 6,872 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 6,866 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 6,737 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2013 6,591 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 6,591 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 6,189 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

rear lower stop/tail lamp inop

Pass 14 Aug 2012 6,189 miles

rear lower stop/tail lamp inop

Pass 28 Jun 2010 6,068 miles

rear brake disc worn

Pass 1 May 2009 5,891 miles

both headlamp aims adjusted from high

front tyre wearing slightly uneven

Pass 24 Apr 2008 5,736 miles

drive chain tight

rear brake disc well worn

Pass 12 Apr 2007 5,083 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 4,837 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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P149 TGF is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Purple with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P149 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 P149 TGF registered?

P149 TGF is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 11 February 1997.

Is P149 TGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P149 TGF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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