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R349 UFR

1998 Triumph Trophy

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,143 mi
Last recorded36,143 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2021
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR349 UFR
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2021 36,143 miles

Central Rear Lower Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 3,334 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 33,334 miles

Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Mar 2018 32,624 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 31,559 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 30,340 miles

front tyre uneven ware

Pass 27 Mar 2015 29,065 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 27,596 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 26,606 miles

front fender damage

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 25,392 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2011 22,720 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 22,010 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 20,888 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 19,144 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2007 19,132 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 6 Jan 2007 17,049 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2005 14,671 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2005 14,671 miles

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

Front Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1)

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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R349 UFR is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R349 UFR, 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 R349 UFR registered?

R349 UFR is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 24 June 1998.

Is R349 UFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R349 UFR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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