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J828 NWL

1991 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

60,744 mi
Last recorded60,744 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2016
Typical for 1991 Triumph Trident30,526 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ828 NWL
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2016 60,744 miles

1 of 2 stop lamps inoperative

1 of 2 tail lamps inoperative

repair to nearside front indicator

slight bind front brake

Fail 13 Jul 2016 60,718 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

1 of 2 stop lamps inoperative

1 of 2 tail lamps inoperative

repair to nearside front indicator

Pass 3 Jul 2015 60,604 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 59,557 miles

rear disc worn indicator lense wrong type but no white light exposed

Fail 26 Jul 2013 59,541 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

rear chain loose rear disc worn indicator lensewrong but not giving out white light

Fail 28 May 2013 59,535 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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

front suspension component missing on bottom yoke o/s upper

Pass 19 May 2012 53,716 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

front suspension has limited reserve travel

Fail 11 May 2012 53,609 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

drag at rear brake

front suspension has limited reserve travel

Pass 16 Apr 2011 42,939 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 371,242 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 37,124 miles

Rear Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 36,718 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 36,284 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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J828 NWL is a 1991 Triumph Trident in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 J828 NWL, 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 J828 NWL registered?

J828 NWL is a 1991 Triumph Trident, first registered on 29 October 1991.

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