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P153 FOL

1997 Triumph Trophy

Gold Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

53,633 mi
Last recorded53,633 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2019
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP153 FOL
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2019 53,633 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 51,777 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 May 2017 48,817 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 48,392 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 48,351 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 7 Apr 2015 48,351 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 48,080 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 14 Mar 2012 48,009 miles

front brake pads low

Pass 22 Oct 2010 42,614 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 41,481 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 39,558 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 37,592 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2007 35,470 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2007 35,470 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2006 33,039 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2006 33,039 miles

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

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

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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P153 FOL is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Gold with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P153 FOL, 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 P153 FOL registered?

P153 FOL is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P153 FOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P153 FOL shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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