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P381 JTR

1997 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,276 mi
Last recorded23,276 miles
Recorded on28 May 2012
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP381 JTR
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2012 23,276 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 22,871 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 22,871 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 22,496 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 22 Apr 2008 22,494 miles

Front Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Rear Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

frunt tyre flat

Pass 12 May 2006 21,944 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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P381 JTR is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 P381 JTR, 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 P381 JTR registered?

P381 JTR is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P381 JTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P381 JTR shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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