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R42 END

1998 Triumph Trophy

Silver Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

81,732 mi
Last recorded81,732 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2019
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR42 END
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2019 81,732 miles

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 31 Jul 2017 78,054 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 77,975 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 73,812 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 69,171 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 64,081 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 60,985 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 60,985 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 57,148 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2011 54,138 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 50,852 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 46,977 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 42,604 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 39,590 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 36,776 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 36,776 miles

Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

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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R42 END is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Silver 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 R42 END, 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 R42 END registered?

R42 END is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 14 May 1998.

Is R42 END safe to buy?

The MOT history for R42 END 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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