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SP51 FHT

2001 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

52,085 mi
Last recorded52,085 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Triumph Trophy21,624 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP51 FHT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 52,085 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front wheel bearing slightly rough

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear drivechain corroded

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

front brake disc bobbins worn

Pass 11 Jul 2024 49,808 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 29 Jun 2024 49,807 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 48,643 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 47,755 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 46,994 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2020 46,364 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 44,775 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2019 44,775 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 40,538 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 38,883 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 37,277 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 33,584 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 31,074 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Tinted screen may restrict vision during night time riding.

Fail 28 Jan 2014 31,074 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Tinted screen may restrict vision during night time riding.

Pass 1 Feb 2013 27,554 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 1 Feb 2013 27,554 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 30 Aug 2011 19,304 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2010 17,831 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 17,195 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 Aug 2009 17,195 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 15,941 miles

small cuts in rear tyre tread.

throttle very stiff

Fail 30 Jul 2008 15,841 miles

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

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

small cuts in rear tyre tread.

throttle very stiff

Pass 31 Jul 2007 12,638 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 9,127 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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SP51 FHT is a 2001 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 21,624 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 SP51 FHT, 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 25 years old, this Triumph Trophy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP51 FHT registered?

SP51 FHT is a 2001 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 30 October 2001.

Is SP51 FHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP51 FHT shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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