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P26 ABE

1997 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

25,746 mi
Last recorded25,746 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP26 ABE
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2019 25,746 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2018 24,798 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 24,143 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 22,690 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 21,578 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 21,142 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 21,142 miles

Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2011 20,260 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 19,517 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 18,125 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2008 18,125 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Aug 2007 14,536 miles

marks on off side fork leg

Pass 23 Sep 2005 13,705 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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P26 ABE is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 P26 ABE, 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 P26 ABE registered?

P26 ABE is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 18 February 1997.

Is P26 ABE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P26 ABE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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