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J479 KHG

1991 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,886 mi
Last recorded51,886 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1991 Triumph Trident30,526 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ479 KHG
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 51,886 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 May 2025 50,922 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake caliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2024 50,128 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 May 2024 50,128 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2019 49,630 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2018 49,004 miles

Front BRAIDED BRAKE HOSE FOULING TOP YOKE

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

Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing BOTH FRONT SHOCKS (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Apr 2018 49,002 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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

Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified rear sub fraim (6.1.1b)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 48,499 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2017 48,499 miles

Central Front Upper All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp dip beam slightly dim (1.1.3b)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 47,443 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake cylinder slightly corroded slight sticking on rear brake pads (3.2.B1b)

Pass 1 May 2015 46,455 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

split pin in brake clevis required bending over done

Pass 14 Jan 2014 45,474 miles

non standard exhaust

Pass 3 Aug 2012 45,337 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2012 45,337 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 43,987 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 40,682 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 39,389 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 38,210 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 38,210 miles

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

advise front wiring harnes insecure

Pass 14 Jul 2006 36,811 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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J479 KHG is a 1991 Triumph Trident in Green with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J479 KHG, 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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J479 KHG is a 1991 Triumph Trident, first registered on 8 November 1991.

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