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R599 RRG

1998 Triumph Trophy

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

38,258 mi
Last recorded38,258 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR599 RRG
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 38,258 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 37,849 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2023 37,755 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front fork stanchion badly pitted

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Sep 2022 37,422 miles

Front Fork stanchion badly pitted

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2021 36,893 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 36,712 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 36,712 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 36,258 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 35,878 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 35,380 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 34,164 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 33,277 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 33,022 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 32,410 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 31,948 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 31,948 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Fail 16 Jul 2011 30,761 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 16 Jul 2011 30,761 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 28,431 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 26,570 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 25,694 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2008 25,694 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 24,230 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 22,465 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2005 19,464 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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R599 RRG is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 R599 RRG, 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 R599 RRG registered?

R599 RRG is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R599 RRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R599 RRG shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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