Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 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 2016 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 2016 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 2016 Triumph Trophy reliable?

Based on MOT data from 107 vehicles, the 2016 Triumph Trophy has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Triumph Trophy?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Triumph Trophy are: Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (35.2% of vehicles), COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION (30.3% of vehicles), Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (29.7% 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 2016 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 (2016)

107 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95% first-time pass rate

2016 Triumph Trophy

CarHunch analysed 107 real MOT records for the 2016 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 2016 Triumph Trophy is a genuinely reliable bike, with a 95% first-time MOT pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80%—and only 15.9% of tested machines have ever shown a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low. This petrol-only model delivers consistent results across the board.

At 14,251 miles median, these Trophys are running light for their age, which partly explains the strong pass performance. The average of 0.4 failures per vehicle and 2.3 advisories per vehicle suggests routine wear items are the main concern rather than structural problems—so budget for regular brake and suspension checks, but don't expect nasty surprises.

We have limited data for the 2016 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

95%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

15.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.4

Over 6.5 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

14k

Middle half: 10k–23k

For context

These stats describe 107 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 107 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 35.2%

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm

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

Other issues 30.3%

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Brake wear 29.7%

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 14.5%

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play · Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated

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

Lighting 4.1%

Headlamp aim too low

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Triumph Trophy

Based on MOT data from 107 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 15.9% 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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	106	95.1%	0.4

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 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.

14,251

typical

9,573

low mileage

22,548

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Triumph Trophy vehicles fall between 9,573 and 22,548 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 9,573 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.

✓ 9,573–22,548 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Triumph Trophys sit.

⚠ Over 30,439 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Triumph Trophy — Still on the Road

Almost all 2016 Triumph Trophys are still on the road.

Strong survival — 90 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
* 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

6.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.4

Avg failures per vehicle

2.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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