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R164 JKP

1998 Triumph Trophy

Silver Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

16,589 mi
Last recorded16,589 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR164 JKP
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 16,589 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 15,763 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 15,750 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2022 15,702 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 15,350 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 14,496 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 14,259 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 12,966 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 11,143 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 10,860 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 10,676 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2013 8,952 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 8,185 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 7,806 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 7,366 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 6,358 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 6,250 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 6,250 miles

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

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

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

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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R164 JKP is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Silver with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 27,882 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 R164 JKP, 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 28 years old, this Triumph Trophy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was R164 JKP registered?

R164 JKP is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 2 July 1998.

Is R164 JKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R164 JKP shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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