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K470 JVW

1993 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2023
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

25,418 mi
Last recorded25,418 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2022
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trident30,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK470 JVW
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2022 25,418 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 9 Apr 2022 25,418 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 24,848 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2021 24,848 miles

Brake disc contaminated Both front brake discs (1.1.14 (b))

Brake pad(s) contaminated Both front (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working Front stop light switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 24,661 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 24,658 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Aug 2016 24,600 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 15 Sep 2015 24,551 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 24,486 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 24,161 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 23,472 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 23,436 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 23,436 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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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K470 JVW is a 1993 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 K470 JVW, 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 K470 JVW registered?

K470 JVW is a 1993 Triumph Trident, first registered on 13 July 1993.

Is K470 JVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K470 JVW shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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