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Y272 HWT

2001 Triumph Trophy

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

30,655 mi
Last recorded30,655 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2024
Typical for 2001 Triumph Trophy21,624 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY272 HWT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrophy
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2024 30,655 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 30,290 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 29,871 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 29,856 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 29,323 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 28,089 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2016 27,029 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 26,601 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 26,600 miles

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

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 25,674 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 25 May 2012 21,298 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 19,427 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 14,949 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 13,481 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 23 May 2008 11,297 miles

Front offside footrest loose

Pass 12 May 2007 9,850 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 7,565 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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Y272 HWT is a 2001 Triumph Trophy in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2001 Triumph Trophy models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 21,624 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y272 HWT, 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 25 years old, this Triumph Trophy is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was Y272 HWT registered?

Y272 HWT is a 2001 Triumph Trophy, first registered on 1 May 2001.

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