Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Triumph Trophy?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2013 Triumph Trophy?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2013 Triumph Trophy?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2013 Triumph Trophy reliable?

Based on MOT data from 287 vehicles, the 2013 Triumph Trophy has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2013 Triumph Trophy?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2013 Triumph Trophy are: Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (54.5% of vehicles), Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (37.7% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (34.5% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2013 Triumph Trophy?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Triumph Trophy (2013)

287 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.4% first-time pass rate

2013 Triumph Trophy

CarHunch analysed 287 real MOT records for the 2013 Triumph Trophy. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2013 Triumph Trophy is noticeably more reliable than the UK average, with a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.4% versus the national 80%—this is a genuinely strong result that suggests well-maintained examples tend to stay that way. The dangerous defect rate of 17.8% is acceptable but worth noting; it's not alarming, but one in six vehicles has had a serious safety issue at some point.

These bikes are running relatively light mileage for their age at an average of 23,833 miles, which partly explains the strong pass rate and suggests they've been treated as weekend or fair-weather machines rather than daily commuters. With 0.76 failures per vehicle but 3.8 advisories, you're looking at wear items and minor issues rather than fundamental problems—a pre-purchase inspection should focus on brake condition and fluid leaks, which commonly show up as advisories on this model.

We have limited data for the 2013 Triumph Trophy — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

92.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

17.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.76

Over 9.3 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

22k

Middle half: 15k–30k

For context

These stats describe 287 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 287 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 54.5%

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 37.7%

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Suspension & steering 11.2%

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play · Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Exhaust & emissions 5%

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013.

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Based on MOT data from 287 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 17.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Colour Breakdown

Based on 4,893 Triumph Trophy vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 34.5%

1,688

Green 19.4%

947

Red 15%

733

Silver 13.8%

674

Black 8.1%

395

Grey 3.6%

176

Purple 1.6%

Maroon 1.5%

White 1%

Yellow 0.7%

Orange 0.5%

Gold 0.4%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Triumph Trophy vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

22,357

typical

15,094

low mileage

30,478

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Triumph Trophy vehicles fall between 15,094 and 30,478 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 15,094 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 15,094–30,478 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Triumph Trophys sit.

⚠ Over 41,145 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Triumph Trophy — Still on the Road

Most 2013 Triumph Trophys are still being driven.

202 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 74% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

9.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.76

Avg failures per vehicle

3.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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