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K524 VRY

1993 Triumph Trident

Maroon Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

59,998 mi
Last recorded59,998 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trident30,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK524 VRY
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1993
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 59,998 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2025 59,998 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 59,954 miles

rear brake lower effort than expected,

Pass 18 Feb 2012 54,985 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2011 50,309 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 2,362 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 40,270 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 33,088 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2007 33,088 miles

Front Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 7 Feb 2007 32,881 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 3 Feb 2006 22,713 miles

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

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

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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K524 VRY is a 1993 Triumph Trident in Maroon with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 K524 VRY, 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 K524 VRY registered?

K524 VRY is a 1993 Triumph Trident, first registered on 7 April 1993.

Is K524 VRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for K524 VRY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K524 VRY have outstanding finance?

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