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VX03 AVW

2003 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

37,861 mi
Last recorded37,861 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Triumph Trophy21,262 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX03 AVW
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 37,861 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 37,845 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 37,845 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2017 37,735 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 37,588 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 36,331 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 31,070 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 15 Jul 2013 31,070 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 29 Jun 2013 31,052 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2012 27,098 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 22,399 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2011 22,399 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 19,048 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 19,026 miles

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

Inner Rear Upper Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 16,496 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2009 16,496 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2008 11,364 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2008 11,364 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2006 1,764 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 1,728 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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VX03 AVW is a 2003 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 21,262 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 VX03 AVW, 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 23 years old, this Triumph Trophy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VX03 AVW registered?

VX03 AVW is a 2003 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 15 June 2003.

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