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R837 KRY

1997 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

50,077 mi
Last recorded50,077 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trophy27,932 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR837 KRY
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 50,077 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 50,077 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2017 48,628 miles

front inner brake pads getting close to limit and slightly dragging

rear discs slightly corroded on surface

Pass 5 May 2016 48,595 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 47,918 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 May 2015 47,918 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 44,712 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 43,057 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 42,319 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 40,194 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 13 Apr 2011 40,194 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Feb 2010 31,862 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2010 31,862 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2009 29,274 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2009 29,274 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 16 May 2008 26,440 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 20,237 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 14,768 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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R837 KRY is a 1997 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 27,932 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 R837 KRY, 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 29 years old, this Triumph Trophy is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R837 KRY registered?

R837 KRY is a 1997 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 3 September 1997.

Is R837 KRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R837 KRY shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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