Triumph Trophy
MotorcycleFrom 2,317 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 64 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 64 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 34 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 27 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 26 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 22 |
| contaminated with oil, grease etc | 19 |
| a brake lining or pad contaminated with oil, grease etc | 17 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 13 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 13 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 13 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 29.4% of Trophy failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £66.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 89.2% | a lamp missing or inoperative, excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution |
| 2015 | 91% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, a wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up or directional control impaired |
| 2014 | 89.2% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, wheels of a solo motorcycle sufficiently misaligned to adversely affect the handling or steering |
| 2013 | 89.9% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
8 earlier years
| 1999 | 90.1% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear |
| 1998 | 89.1% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, contaminated with oil, grease etc |
| 1997 | 85.7% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 1996 | 79.7% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, contaminated with oil, grease etc |
| 1995 | 91.4% | stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 1994 | 85% | stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, fuel system leaking, or missing or ineffective filler cap |
| 1993 | 86.7% | a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 1992 | 76% | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
Typical mileage
Half of all Trophys tested had between 22,005 and 42,932 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 30,108 median miles, the Trophy has 0.042 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Triumph models
| Triumph Bonneville | 90.9% |
| Triumph Tiger | 91.6% |
| Triumph Sprint | 87.1% |
| Triumph Daytona | 85.9% |
| Triumph Speed Triple | 88.7% |
Common questions
What is the Triumph Trophy MOT pass rate?
The Triumph Trophy has a 87.4% MOT pass rate based on 2,317 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Triumph Trophy?
The most common MOT failure on the Triumph Trophy is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 64 failures. Other common issues include significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake.
What is the typical mileage of a Triumph Trophy at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Triumph Trophy is 30,108 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 22,005 and 42,932 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.