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R51 ORF

1998 Triumph Trophy

Green Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

33,730 mi
Last recorded33,730 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2020
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR51 ORF
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2020 33,730 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2020 33,730 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

drive chain dry

Pass 5 Oct 2018 33,310 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 31,207 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 14 May 2016 30,191 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 29,805 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 29,554 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 29,460 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 29,008 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Oil leak

Fail 5 Apr 2011 27,596 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Apr 2011 27,596 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 26,249 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 207,478 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2009 20,710 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2008 18,571 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 13,975 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 11,054 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2006 11,054 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(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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R51 ORF is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Green with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R51 ORF, 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 R51 ORF registered?

R51 ORF is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R51 ORF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R51 ORF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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