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P329 MRV

1997 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,870 mi
Last recorded55,870 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2017
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP329 MRV
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2017 55,870 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 54,807 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2015 51,089 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 7 Nov 2015 51,089 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2014 44,940 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 44,220 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 41,384 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 41,384 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2009 41,039 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 19 Jun 2008 39,922 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Outer cover on rear braided hydraulic hose cracked.

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

Pass 19 Jun 2008 39,922 miles

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

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

Outer cover on rear braided hydraulic hose cracked.

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

Pass 19 Jun 2007 35,903 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 19 Jun 2007 35,903 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2006 34,697 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 34,697 miles

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

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

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

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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P329 MRV is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P329 MRV, 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 P329 MRV registered?

P329 MRV is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 12 April 1997.

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