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K21 HDU

1993 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

39,313 mi
Last recorded39,313 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2024
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trident30,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK21 HDU
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2024 39,313 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 May 2022 39,153 miles
Fail 21 May 2022 39,152 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 38,770 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2021 38,770 miles

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

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 May 2019 38,153 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 38,018 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 37,963 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 35,669 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)

Fail 30 Jun 2015 35,647 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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 6 Jun 2014 35,100 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 34,805 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 34,677 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 34,561 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 34,277 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2010 34,271 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 32,092 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 27,996 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 27,555 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 27,541 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front brake pipes run close to fork legs

Rear brake master cylinder push rod not secured by lock nut.

Pass 20 Jan 2006 25,919 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 25,919 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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K21 HDU is a 1993 Triumph Trident in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1993 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 30,681 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 K21 HDU, 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 33 years old, this Triumph Trident is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K21 HDU?

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What year was K21 HDU registered?

K21 HDU is a 1993 Triumph Trident, first registered on 1 March 1993.

Is K21 HDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K21 HDU shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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