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T470 HNV

1999 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,300 mi
Last recorded91,300 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Triumph Trophy27,952 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT470 HNV
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 91,300 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2024 83,355 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2023 74,921 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2022 65,817 miles

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

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 58,217 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 58,217 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2020 56,293 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2019 44,751 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements rear (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 33,041 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 32,694 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2015 32,694 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2014 32,290 miles

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

Fail 15 Aug 2014 32,290 miles

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 27,477 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 23,451 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 23,191 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 17,706 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 15,371 miles

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

drive chain dry

wing mirrors slightly loose

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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T470 HNV is a 1999 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 T470 HNV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T470 HNV?

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What year was T470 HNV registered?

T470 HNV is a 1999 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 20 May 1999.

Is T470 HNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T470 HNV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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