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R263 NGF

1998 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

54,492 mi
Last recorded54,492 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2020
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR263 NGF
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2020 54,492 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 May 2019 53,177 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 53,029 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 52,689 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 51,913 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2014 51,913 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 50,672 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 50,056 miles

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

handle bar lever has little reserve travell

Pass 9 Jun 2011 46,355 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 46,355 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

front brake switch wires are broke and does not illuminate light

Pass 3 Mar 2010 40,629 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 30,861 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 27,927 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 25,081 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 20,358 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2006 20,335 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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R263 NGF is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 R263 NGF, 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 R263 NGF registered?

R263 NGF is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R263 NGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R263 NGF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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