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R479 GNK

1998 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

70,445 mi
Last recorded70,445 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2022
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR479 GNK
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2022 70,445 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit AGED (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering INSTRUMENT PANEL (2.1.4 (e))

Fail 25 Jan 2022 60,290 miles

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit AGED (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged LOOSE ()

Offside Non obligatory mirror damaged LOOSE ()

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering INSTRUMENT PANEL (2.1.4 (e))

Pass 18 May 2016 69,652 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 65,990 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 62,075 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 58,885 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 56,079 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 53,877 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2010 51,125 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 47,877 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 13 May 2008 43,473 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 35,973 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 31,462 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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R479 GNK is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 R479 GNK, 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 R479 GNK registered?

R479 GNK is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 17 March 1998.

Is R479 GNK safe to buy?

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