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R486 OOB

1998 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

41,183 mi
Last recorded41,183 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR486 OOB
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2024 41,183 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 10 May 2022 40,689 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 40,608 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Mar 2014 40,589 miles

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

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

Rear Brake slightly binding

Pass 14 Nov 2009 39,102 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 37,636 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 36,994 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 13 Oct 2007 36,994 miles

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 34,935 miles

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

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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R486 OOB is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R486 OOB, 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 R486 OOB registered?

R486 OOB is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R486 OOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R486 OOB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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