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J299 FTC

1991 Triumph Trident

Blue Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,666 mi
Last recorded44,666 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2010
Typical for 1991 Triumph Trident30,526 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ299 FTC
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 23 Oct 2010 44,666 miles

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 Oct 2010 44,666 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2008 44,394 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 42,934 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 39,698 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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J299 FTC is a 1991 Triumph Trident in Blue with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1991 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 30,526 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 J299 FTC, 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.

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What year was J299 FTC registered?

J299 FTC is a 1991 Triumph Trident, first registered on 26 October 1991.

Is J299 FTC safe to buy?

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