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J168 NUD

1991 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,105 mi
Last recorded19,105 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2025
Typical for 1991 Triumph Trident30,526 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ168 NUD
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2025 19,105 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 18,877 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 18,600 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2023 18,600 miles

Front Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2022 18,341 miles

Front Over 5 yrs old

Rear Over 5 yrs old.

Pass 27 Feb 2021 18,184 miles

Front Tyre 12 years old

Rear Tyre 10 years old.

Pass 24 Jan 2020 17,686 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 17,110 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 16,087 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 16,082 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. Forks bottom out under braking, either springs have gone weak or the fluid has gone off. (2.3.6c)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 15,013 miles

Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% Only one out of two bulbs light up. (1.1.1d)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 14,419 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 139,693 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 13,444 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 12,014 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 11,474 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2011 11,469 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Nov 2009 10,329 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Sep 2008 9,372 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 9,360 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 9,354 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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J168 NUD is a 1991 Triumph Trident in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1991 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 30,526 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 J168 NUD, 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 35 years old, this Triumph Trident is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J168 NUD registered?

J168 NUD is a 1991 Triumph Trident, first registered on 18 September 1991.

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The MOT history for J168 NUD shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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