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ACV 268K

1971 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

5,848 mi
Last recorded5,848 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2020
Typical for 1971 Triumph Trident17,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACV 268K
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2020 5,848 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 5,120 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 2,837 miles

Play in rear wheel bearing.

Fail 11 Jun 2015 888 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 888 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 6,921 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 6,921 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Trident?

Based on 29,119 MOT tests across 5,167 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
546
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
5,167
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 320
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 260
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 254
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 254
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 251
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ACV 268K is a 1971 Triumph Trident in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1971 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 17,390 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 Trident fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 320 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ACV 268K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Trident typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 55 years old, this Triumph Trident is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ACV 268K registered?

ACV 268K is a 1971 Triumph Trident, first registered on 3 August 1971.

Is ACV 268K safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACV 268K shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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