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T116 JPU

1999 Triumph Trophy

Blue Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

58,890 mi
Last recorded58,890 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Trophy27,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT116 JPU
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 27 Jun 2025 58,890 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Jun 2024 58,274 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2024 58,240 miles

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

Both tyres aged 11 years old

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 56,865 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2022 56,856 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

stantions corroded

Pass 4 Aug 2021 56,838 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2021 56,775 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 56,409 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 55,919 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 55,901 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 55,165 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 53,790 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 52,425 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 50,148 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 49,048 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 47,187 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 47,187 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Pass 21 Apr 2007 44,661 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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T116 JPU is a 1999 Triumph Trophy in Blue with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 27,952 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 T116 JPU, 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 27 years old, this Triumph Trophy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was T116 JPU registered?

T116 JPU is a 1999 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 3 March 1999.

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