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K74 SDX

1993 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

28,929 mi
Last recorded28,929 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trident30,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK74 SDX
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 28,929 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 28,892 miles

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

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

Fail 23 May 2018 28,892 miles

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

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 28,863 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2016 28,386 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2016 28,386 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Fail 17 Sep 2016 28,379 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system and blowing (7.1.1.c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock choke cable (2.1.4)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 64,626 miles

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

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 21 Mar 2015 64,611 miles

Rear suspension component cracked (2.4.A.1a)

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

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 63,855 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 63,424 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jul 2012 63,424 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2010 59,888 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 54,877 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2009 54,626 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2008 51,755 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2006 51,385 miles

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

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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K74 SDX is a 1993 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 K74 SDX, 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 K74 SDX registered?

K74 SDX is a 1993 Triumph Trident, first registered on 2 February 1993.

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