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R39 NJT

1998 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

43,079 mi
Last recorded43,079 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR39 NJT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 43,079 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 42,864 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 41,601 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 40,745 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2019 38,830 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2018 35,083 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2016 34,463 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Strong smell of petrol from bike but no obvious leak

Pass 29 Apr 2015 33,135 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 22 Apr 2015 33,131 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 30,553 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Apr 2014 30,553 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 30,070 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 29,950 miles

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 29,407 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2006 29,137 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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R39 NJT is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R39 NJT, 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 R39 NJT registered?

R39 NJT is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 23 March 1998.

Is R39 NJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R39 NJT shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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