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P159 WUG

1997 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

19,423 mi
Last recorded19,423 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP159 WUG
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 19,423 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 19,399 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 19,382 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 19,305 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 19,093 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 18,846 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 18,686 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 18,211 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 17,835 miles
Pass 30 May 2016 17,662 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2015 17,007 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 17,007 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2014 16,494 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 16,494 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 16,371 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 16,371 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 16,174 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 16,072 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 16,072 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 7 May 2009 15,532 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 14,800 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 14,582 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 14,446 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2006 14,405 miles

Front Brake component is severely distorted (3.1.5) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1) DANGEROUS

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

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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P159 WUG is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 P159 WUG, 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 P159 WUG registered?

P159 WUG is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 3 March 1997.

Is P159 WUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P159 WUG shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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