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P237 DNP

1998 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,783 mi
Last recorded29,783 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2021
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP237 DNP
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2021 29,783 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2021 29,781 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated loose (6.2.7 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2021 29,781 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated loose (6.2.7 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 29,546 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 29,511 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 27,269 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 25,169 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 23,543 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 21,713 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 21,686 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 20,919 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 20,850 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 20,850 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2007 20,584 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 20,494 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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P237 DNP is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 27,882 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 P237 DNP, 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 28 years old, this Triumph Trophy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was P237 DNP registered?

P237 DNP is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 13 August 1998.

Is P237 DNP safe to buy?

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