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P287 KYA

1997 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

30,113 mi
Last recorded30,113 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2019
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP287 KYA
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2019 30,113 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 27,661 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2018 21,692 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2017 20,718 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2017 20,671 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2016 19,732 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 17,855 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 17,285 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 17,140 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 16,829 miles

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

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

Slight bind rear brake

Taped repair to both front indicators

Unable To Fully Test Front Forks Due To Gators.

Pass 24 Aug 2009 13,622 miles

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

headlamp beam pattern poor

Fail 24 Aug 2009 13,622 miles

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

headlamp beam pattern poor

Pass 21 Aug 2008 12,669 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 12,666 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 10,634 miles

both front foot pegs seem slightly insecure

throttle stiff

Pass 22 Jun 2006 10,475 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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P287 KYA is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 P287 KYA, 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 P287 KYA registered?

P287 KYA is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 11 January 1997.

Is P287 KYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P287 KYA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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