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R549 HTM

1998 Triumph Trophy

Silver Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

34,382 mi
Last recorded34,382 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR549 HTM
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 34,382 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 11 May 2026 34,382 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 28,898 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 28,658 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 27,571 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 26,195 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 24,372 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 22,535 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 20,473 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 18,813 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 May 2014 15,984 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 17 May 2013 13,971 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 11,821 miles

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 11,821 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 10,662 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 10,640 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 10,614 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 10,614 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

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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R549 HTM is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Silver with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 R549 HTM, 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 R549 HTM registered?

R549 HTM is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R549 HTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R549 HTM shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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