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K739 JKV

1993 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

31,630 mi
Last recorded31,630 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trident30,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK739 JKV
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 31,630 miles

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

Rear All position lamps light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jul 2025 31,630 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear All position lamps light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2024 31,512 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (S) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly damaged Covering (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Half light source not working rear

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2024 31,512 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (S) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake hose slightly damaged Covering (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Half light source not working rear

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2023 31,167 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2023 31,159 miles

Nearside Position lamp switch insecure (4.2.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 29,699 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 27,927 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2021 27,917 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2016 27,711 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2015 26,409 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 24,987 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 23,943 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 23,095 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 22,130 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 22,130 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 20,390 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 18,509 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 16,331 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

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

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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K739 JKV is a 1993 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 K739 JKV, 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 K739 JKV registered?

K739 JKV is a 1993 Triumph Trident, first registered on 11 June 1993.

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