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J501 MNR

1992 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

55,952 mi
Last recorded55,952 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2025
Typical for 1992 Triumph Trident31,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ501 MNR
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2025 55,952 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2024 55,732 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2022 55,666 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 55,623 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

play in gear lever pivots

Pass 7 Jul 2020 55,399 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

play gear lever pivots

Pass 30 Mar 2019 54,876 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

gear pedal pivots slightly worn

Pass 7 Apr 2018 54,334 miles

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

slight plat gear lever pivots

Pass 18 Feb 2017 53,670 miles

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

slight play in the gear pedal pivots

the grips have deteriorated slightly

Pass 29 Aug 2015 53,268 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

grips deteriorated slightly

slight play in gear pedal pivots

Pass 6 Aug 2014 52,293 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

slight play in the gear pedal pivots

the grips are slightly deteriorated

Fail 16 Apr 2014 52,280 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

slight play in the gear pedal pivots

the grips are deteriorated slightly

Pass 13 Apr 2013 51,425 miles

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

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

the gear pedal pivots are slightly worn

Pass 24 Mar 2012 50,322 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 49,313 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2011 49,301 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2010 47,019 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 45,955 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 44,908 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 44,905 miles

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Apr 2006 43,543 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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J501 MNR is a 1992 Triumph Trident in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 J501 MNR, 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 J501 MNR registered?

J501 MNR is a 1992 Triumph Trident, first registered on 17 February 1992.

Is J501 MNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J501 MNR shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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