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P266 UAT

1997 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

32,542 mi
Last recorded32,542 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP266 UAT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 32,542 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Rear brake disc has slight wear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose Requires adjustment (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm to shock linkage has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front tyre starting to get low 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 May 2025 31,010 miles

Brake binding but not excessively Very slight binding to front brakes (1.2.1 (f))

Drive chain slightly loose Requires adjustment (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect Rear shock (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm linkage has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 May 2025 31,010 miles

Brake binding but not excessively Very slight binding to front brakes (1.2.1 (f))

Drive chain slightly loose Requires adjustment (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect Rear shock (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation New front brake light switch fitted during test (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm linkage has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2024 29,721 miles

Brake binding but not excessively Rear brake (1.2.1 (f))

Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake Front brakes (1.2.1 (c))

Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect front forks (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 May 2024 29,721 miles

Brake binding but not excessively Rear brake (1.2.1 (f))

Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake Front brakes (1.2.1 (c))

Rear reflector missing Replaced (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect front forks (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swing arm has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2023 28,789 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 27,830 miles

Rear Upper Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 26,504 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 26,201 miles

Suspension arm slightly loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 26,059 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Apr 2017 26,037 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Apr 2016 25,492 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 25,217 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Apr 2014 24,174 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Apr 2013 22,048 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 May 2012 21,287 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 20,742 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 29 Jan 2010 19,111 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 16,953 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 10,398 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2006 9,393 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 9,080 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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P266 UAT is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 P266 UAT, 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 P266 UAT registered?

P266 UAT is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 14 February 1997.

Is P266 UAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P266 UAT shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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