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J781 NFJ

1991 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

33,966 mi
Last recorded33,966 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2022
Typical for 1991 Triumph Trident30,526 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ781 NFJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2022 33,966 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 33,540 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 33,445 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 33,409 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 33,308 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 33,115 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 32,787 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2014 32,785 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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))

Oil leak

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

carburettor inlet rubber seals perished cracking

Fail 19 Jan 2013 31,035 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2013 31,035 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 30,881 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 30,283 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 May 2009 29,367 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 29,357 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2007 28,005 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 26,092 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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J781 NFJ is a 1991 Triumph Trident in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 J781 NFJ, 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 J781 NFJ registered?

J781 NFJ is a 1991 Triumph Trident, first registered on 11 December 1991.

Is J781 NFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J781 NFJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J781 NFJ have outstanding finance?

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