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Q949VAB

1971 Triumph Trophy

Yellow Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

26,677 mi
Last recorded26,677 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
Typical for 1971 Triumph Trophy11,082 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ949VAB
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2019 26,677 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 10 May 2019 26,666 miles

Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated (6.2.7 (b))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 26,010 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 24,389 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 24,389 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 24,048 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 21,538 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 17,927 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 17,927 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 13,295 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 13,295 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (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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Q949VAB is a 1971 Triumph Trophy in Yellow with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 11,082 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 Q949VAB, 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 55 years old, this Triumph Trophy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Q949VAB registered?

Q949VAB is a 1971 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 January 1971.

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The MOT history for Q949VAB shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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