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R452 RSO

1998 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

42,658 mi
Last recorded42,658 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2015
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR452 RSO
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2015 42,658 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 41,680 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 41,680 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 22 Jun 2012 40,489 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 40,489 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 38,451 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2010 36,907 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2009 35,681 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 35,681 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2008 34,424 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 25 May 2007 32,604 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 32,604 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 May 2006 28,166 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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R452 RSO is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R452 RSO, 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 R452 RSO registered?

R452 RSO is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R452 RSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R452 RSO shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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