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R262 WGC

1998 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

26,846 mi
Last recorded26,846 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2023
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR262 WGC
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2023 26,846 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 26,824 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 26,718 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 26,688 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 26,583 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 26,555 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 26,527 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 26,175 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 25,946 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 25,922 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 24,860 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2013 24,833 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 23,903 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 23,250 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 22,068 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2010 22,033 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 20,315 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2008 20,075 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 20,063 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2007 19,550 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 18,878 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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R262 WGC is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R262 WGC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R262 WGC registered?

R262 WGC is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is R262 WGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R262 WGC shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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