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JVG 347M

1998 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

31,256 mi
Last recorded31,256 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2015
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJVG 347M
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2015 31,256 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2014 31,138 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 31,095 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 31,075 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 31,925 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 30,984 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nail in rear tyre

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 30,984 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 30,831 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2005 30,769 miles

contamination of front disc

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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JVG 347M is a 1998 Triumph Trident in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 21,696 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 JVG 347M, 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 28 years old, this Triumph Trident is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was JVG 347M registered?

JVG 347M is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 1 March 1998.

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The MOT history for JVG 347M shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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