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SUF 481H

1970 Triumph Trophy

Purple Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

51,759 mi
Last recorded51,759 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2015
Typical for 1970 Triumph Trophy7,650 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSUF 481H
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1970
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2015 51,759 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 51,714 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 51,622 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2013 51,622 miles

Handlebar mounting excessively deteriorated (flexible type) (2.1.1d)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 51,530 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 51,494 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 51,398 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 51,320 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 51,222 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 51,081 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 50,919 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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SUF 481H is a 1970 Triumph Trophy in Purple with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1970 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.5% with a typical mileage of 7,650 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 SUF 481H, 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 56 years old, this Triumph Trophy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SUF 481H?

You can check the full history of SUF 481H by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SUF 481H registered?

SUF 481H is a 1970 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 10 July 1970.

Is SUF 481H safe to buy?

The MOT history for SUF 481H shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SUF 481H have outstanding finance?

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