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R357 TCK

1998 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,409 mi
Last recorded34,409 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR357 TCK
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2013 34,409 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 34,404 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2012 30,919 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2012 30,909 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2011 29,180 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2010 27,897 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 8 Jul 2010 27,897 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 27,339 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 25,882 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 22,429 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 22,429 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2006 17,267 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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R357 TCK is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 R357 TCK, 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 R357 TCK registered?

R357 TCK is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 13 May 1998.

Is R357 TCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R357 TCK shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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