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BYA 268S

1978 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

37,167 mi
Last recorded37,167 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2017
Typical for 1978 Triumph Trident22,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYA 268S
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2017 37,167 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 36,517 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2014 36,017 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 36,017 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 35,773 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 9 Oct 2010 35,518 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 Oct 2010 35,518 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 Oct 2009 35,244 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 34,826 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 34,440 miles

No Idicators fitted should only be used during daylight hours and not at times of seriously reduced visibility

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2006 34,278 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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BYA 268S is a 1978 Triumph Trident in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1978 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 22,659 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 BYA 268S, 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 48 years old, this Triumph Trident is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BYA 268S registered?

BYA 268S is a 1978 Triumph Trident, first registered on 6 March 1978.

Is BYA 268S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BYA 268S shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BYA 268S have outstanding finance?

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