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JVA 93N

1997 Triumph Trident

Purple Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

14,870 mi
Last recorded14,870 miles
Recorded on29 May 2012
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trident24,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJVA 93N
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2012 14,870 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 14,863 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 14,818 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 14,818 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 14,806 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 3 Sep 2008 14,806 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 14,759 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 14,637 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2005 14,576 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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JVA 93N is a 1997 Triumph Trident in Purple with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 24,820 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 JVA 93N, 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 29 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 JVA 93N registered?

JVA 93N is a 1997 Triumph Trident, first registered on 2 May 1997.

Is JVA 93N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JVA 93N shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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