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BJA 302K

1972 Triumph Trident

Purple Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

24,683 mi
Last recorded24,683 miles
Recorded on18 May 2017
Typical for 1972 Triumph Trident24,316 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJA 302K
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1972
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2017 24,683 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 18 May 2017 24,683 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 23,887 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2016 23,874 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 23,520 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 23,520 miles

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Fail 7 May 2014 23,475 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 7 May 2014 23,475 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 23,461 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 23,442 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 23,442 miles

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 23,393 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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BJA 302K is a 1972 Triumph Trident in Purple with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.2% with a typical mileage of 24,316 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 BJA 302K, 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 54 years old, this Triumph Trident is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BJA 302K registered?

BJA 302K is a 1972 Triumph Trident, first registered on 30 December 1972.

Is BJA 302K safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJA 302K shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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