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P229 GJF

1997 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,763 mi
Last recorded42,763 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP229 GJF
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 15 Mar 2024 42,763 miles

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

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively extra washers on rear caliper (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 40,182 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 39,590 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 37,214 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 36,422 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 35,083 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 33,238 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 32,371 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2014 31,623 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 30,865 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 29,999 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 27,408 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 23,032 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Sep 2007 17,783 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 15,509 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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P229 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P229 GJF, 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 P229 GJF registered?

P229 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 11 June 1997.

Is P229 GJF safe to buy?

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