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J49 BVF

1991 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

42,878 mi
Last recorded42,878 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 1991 Triumph Trident30,526 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ49 BVF
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 42,878 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 42,468 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 41,978 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 41,723 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2021 41,313 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2021 41,313 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jul 2017 41,311 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2014 41,308 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 40,647 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 45,494 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 21 Mar 2009 45,494 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 40,488 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 36,737 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 36,018 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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J49 BVF is a 1991 Triumph Trident in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 J49 BVF, 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 J49 BVF registered?

J49 BVF is a 1991 Triumph Trident, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J49 BVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J49 BVF shows 14 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.

Does J49 BVF have outstanding finance?

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