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P1 LAY

1997 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

16,623 mi
Last recorded16,623 miles
Recorded on31 May 2022
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP1 LAY
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 May 2022 16,623 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 16,604 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 15,973 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Apr 2020 15,971 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2019 15,015 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 14,908 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2017 14,907 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2014 14,882 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2013 14,813 miles

Cut in rear tyre

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 1 Oct 2008 14,581 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 14,214 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 13,135 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2006 13,133 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

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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P1 LAY is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P1 LAY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P1 LAY registered?

P1 LAY is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 7 May 1997.

Is P1 LAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P1 LAY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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