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J480 LKJ

1991 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

63,818 mi
Last recorded63,818 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 Triumph Trident30,526 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ480 LKJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 63,818 miles

NON SINTERED PADS FITTED TO FRONT CALIPERS

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 63,658 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 63,424 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 62,854 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 62,312 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 62,312 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Offside rear exhaust mounting lug slightly cracked. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 61,709 miles

Rear Rear suspension has slightly reduced return damping.

Pass 10 Oct 2017 61,114 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 59,862 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2016 59,854 miles

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

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Feb 2015 59,394 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2014 58,388 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 57,361 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2012 57,356 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 54,077 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2009 51,813 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 48,062 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 42,279 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 38,892 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 37,034 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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J480 LKJ is a 1991 Triumph Trident in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 J480 LKJ, 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 J480 LKJ registered?

J480 LKJ is a 1991 Triumph Trident, first registered on 6 September 1991.

Is J480 LKJ safe to buy?

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