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K742 JKV

1993 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

42,165 mi
Last recorded42,165 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trident30,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK742 JKV
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 42,165 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2015 41,989 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 41,683 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2012 41,555 miles

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Pass 23 Jun 2011 41,256 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 40,328 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 40,308 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2007 38,268 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 7 Jul 2007 382,670 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 Jun 2006 37,170 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jun 2006 37,170 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(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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K742 JKV is a 1993 Triumph Trident in Black 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 K742 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 K742 JKV registered?

K742 JKV is a 1993 Triumph Trident, first registered on 11 June 1993.

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