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R457 EJO

1998 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

24,468 mi
Last recorded24,468 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2020
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR457 EJO
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2020 24,468 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 28,320 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2019 28,320 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Jul 2016 27,758 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 27,758 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Jun 2015 27,331 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 26,859 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 26,387 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 25,648 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 24,759 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 23,942 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 22,848 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 21,391 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 18,026 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 16,211 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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R457 EJO is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Red 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 R457 EJO, 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 R457 EJO registered?

R457 EJO is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 26 May 1998.

Is R457 EJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R457 EJO 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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