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J172 PBC

1992 Triumph Trident

Maroon Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

66,358 mi
Last recorded66,358 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 1992 Triumph Trident31,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ172 PBC
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1992
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 66,358 miles
Fail 16 May 2025 66,337 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 65,784 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Dec 2022 65,376 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 63,033 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 62,887 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 62,369 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 61,955 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2015 60,758 miles

Rear Slight drag on rear brake.

Pass 12 Sep 2014 58,517 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 57,031 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 55,629 miles

Movement in rear brake caliper anchor.

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear brake binding.

Fail 21 Sep 2012 55,629 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Movement in rear brake caliper anchor.

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear brake binding.

Pass 30 Sep 2011 53,868 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2010 51,616 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2009 48,295 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 46,443 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 44,064 miles

Chain guard missing

Rear brake binding.

front tyre worn.

Pass 17 Jul 2006 41,053 miles

Chain guard missing.

One tail light inop.

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Jul 2005 36,626 miles

Rear Chain guard incomplete (6.2.1c)

Rear brake binding.

Rear tyre worn.

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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J172 PBC is a 1992 Triumph Trident in Maroon with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1992 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 31,064 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its 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 J172 PBC, 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 34 years old, this Triumph Trident is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J172 PBC registered?

J172 PBC is a 1992 Triumph Trident, first registered on 23 June 1992.

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