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R653 NFV

1998 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

42,100 mi
Last recorded42,100 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trophy27,882 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR653 NFV
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 42,100 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 42,083 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2023 41,963 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Rear disc slightly warped (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 41,653 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 38,766 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 37,056 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 37,003 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim flats on both sides of rim. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 36,561 miles

only one of the two stop lamps illuminates when the brake is applied

Pass 5 Oct 2016 35,527 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 35,527 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies from operation of front brake lever (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 28,556 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 2 Sep 2014 20,549 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 14,089 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 26 Sep 2013 14,089 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 12 May 2006 14,071 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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R653 NFV is a 1998 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R653 NFV, 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 R653 NFV registered?

R653 NFV is a 1998 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 8 June 1998.

Is R653 NFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R653 NFV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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