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K414 RDS

1993 Triumph Trident

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,419 mi
Last recorded20,419 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trident30,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK414 RDS
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 20,419 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 20,338 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 20,315 miles

Central Slight Oil leak

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Apr 2022 20,315 miles

Central Slight Oil leak

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Jul 2009 18,551 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2008 16,019 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 16,019 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2007 15,135 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 14,616 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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K414 RDS is a 1993 Triumph Trident in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 K414 RDS, 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.

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What year was K414 RDS registered?

K414 RDS is a 1993 Triumph Trident, first registered on 6 April 1993.

Is K414 RDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K414 RDS 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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