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K317 FSG

1993 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

42,262 mi
Last recorded42,262 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trident30,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK317 FSG
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 22 Jun 2026 42,262 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 16 Jun 2025 36,981 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 35,480 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 35,423 miles

Nearside riders foot peg, the end is broken off

Rear brake caliper binding slightly

Rear tyre sidewall showing signs of cracking

Fail 30 Jul 2021 35,423 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside riders foot peg, the end is broken off

Rear brake caliper binding slightly

Rear tyre sidewall showing signs of cracking

Pass 30 May 2020 35,328 miles
Fail 30 May 2020 35,328 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Jul 2016 35,197 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front pilot bulb not working

Pass 11 Jul 2015 35,109 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 35,109 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 34,756 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 34,115 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 34,115 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 33,483 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 33,325 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 30,738 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 30,114 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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K317 FSG is a 1993 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 K317 FSG, 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 K317 FSG registered?

K317 FSG is a 1993 Triumph Trident, first registered on 5 June 1993.

Is K317 FSG safe to buy?

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