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Y18 MKL

2003 Triumph Trophy

Grey Petrol 1188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

79,923 mi
Last recorded79,923 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Trophy21,262 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY18 MKL
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,188cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 79,923 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 79,734 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 79,049 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 77,042 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 76,721 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2017 74,866 miles

Oil leak ()

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2016 74,686 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

oil leak

Pass 7 May 2015 74,641 miles

Oil leak

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 73,566 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2013 72,927 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 71,165 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 62,787 miles

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

front brake pads low

headlight cracked o/s

Fail 11 Dec 2010 62,787 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(i))

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

front brake pads low

headlight cracked o/s

Pass 24 Dec 2009 56,504 miles

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

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 21 Dec 2009 56,504 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

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

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 7 Jan 2009 54,020 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 2 Jan 2009 54,020 miles

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

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 21 Dec 2007 50,266 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2006 44,676 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2006 44,676 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 19 Dec 2005 37,285 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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Y18 MKL is a 2003 Triumph Trophy in Grey with a 1,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 Y18 MKL, 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 Y18 MKL registered?

Y18 MKL is a 2003 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 6 January 2003.

Is Y18 MKL safe to buy?

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