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K452 WAY

1993 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,233 mi
Last recorded21,233 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trident30,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK452 WAY
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 21,233 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 20,483 miles

Valve stem slightly misaligned starting to split (5.2.3 (j))

both tyres getting low and rear starting to crack

Fail 9 Apr 2019 20,482 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Valve stem slightly misaligned starting to split (5.2.3 (j))

both tyres getting low and rear starting to crack

Pass 28 Jun 2018 20,405 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 20,404 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Pass 31 May 2017 17,764 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2015 17,724 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 17,670 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 17,239 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 16,837 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 15,983 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 15,983 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 15,826 miles

Offside front footrest slightly bent

Fail 13 Aug 2009 15,826 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Nearside Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Offside front footrest slightly bent

Pass 19 Jul 2008 15,423 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 13,119 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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K452 WAY is a 1993 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 K452 WAY, 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 K452 WAY registered?

K452 WAY is a 1993 Triumph Trident, first registered on 23 June 1993.

Is K452 WAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for K452 WAY shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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