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R304 BOC

1998 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,701 mi
Last recorded44,701 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2024
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR304 BOC
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2024 44,701 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 44,593 miles

FRONT FORKS SLIGHTLY UNDERDAMPED

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Aug 2021 44,593 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

FRONT FORKS SLIGHTLY UNDERDAMPED

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 41,970 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2020 41,970 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 40,691 miles

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

Gear pedal linkage to selector shaft loose but secure.

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear suspension damping slightly insufficient.

Rear tyre perished

Fail 5 Apr 2019 40,691 miles

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

Gear pedal linkage to selector shaft loose but secure.

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right Bulb incorrectly fitted. (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear suspension damping slightly insufficient.

Rear tyre perished

Pass 12 Jun 2017 40,463 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front front tyre showing signs of perishing

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Upper rear tyre showing signs of perishing

Fail 10 May 2017 40,410 miles

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2016 39,740 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 May 2015 38,417 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Sep 2012 37,929 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 37,432 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 33,928 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 28,375 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 22,420 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 19,710 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 17,779 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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R304 BOC is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R304 BOC, 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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R304 BOC is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 2 June 1998.

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