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K438 RJC

1993 Triumph Trident

Maroon Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

35,638 mi
Last recorded35,638 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2022
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trident30,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK438 RJC
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1993
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2022 35,638 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2022 35,638 miles

Offside Front Upper Brake lever excessively worn (1.1.15 (b))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2020 35,199 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 34,837 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2016 34,514 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2016 34,488 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Sep 2015 32,300 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 29,714 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

rear tyre cracking

Fail 27 Jun 2014 29,702 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

rear tyre cracking

Pass 21 May 2013 26,727 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 16 May 2013 26,690 miles

Rear Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

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

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 May 2012 24,165 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 22,725 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 22,725 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Fail 10 Jun 2011 22,675 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 May 2010 20,545 miles

Offside Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 8 May 2009 18,066 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 17,507 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 17,314 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 16,988 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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K438 RJC is a 1993 Triumph Trident in Maroon with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 K438 RJC, 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 K438 RJC registered?

K438 RJC is a 1993 Triumph Trident, first registered on 1 April 1993.

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