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K247 TFK

1993 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

35,628 mi
Last recorded35,628 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trident30,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK247 TFK
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 35,628 miles
Fail 13 May 2025 35,628 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 35,395 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 35,168 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 34,896 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 34,483 miles

Front Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Handlebar grips worn

Pass 28 Sep 2018 34,087 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 33,427 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 32,464 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 30,552 miles

GEAR LEVER RUBBER SPLIT

LH FOOTRST RUBBER PERISHED

RH FRONT FOOTREST BROKEN BUT FUNCTION NOT IMPAIRED

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 27,938 miles

rh front footrest broken

Pass 22 Jul 2013 25,704 miles

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))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

rh rider footrest broken

Fail 12 Jul 2013 25,704 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

rh rider footrest broken

Pass 14 Jul 2012 23,682 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 23,640 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 21,055 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 21,003 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2008 20,992 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 20,962 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 20,938 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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K247 TFK is a 1993 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 K247 TFK, 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

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What year was K247 TFK registered?

K247 TFK is a 1993 Triumph Trident, first registered on 11 February 1993.

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The MOT history for K247 TFK shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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