CarVerify

Free Car Check

K789 SFW

1993 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 749cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

30,187 mi
Last recorded30,187 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trident30,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationK789 SFW
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2017 30,187 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 28,721 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 26,960 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 26,120 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 24,974 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 23,345 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Speedometer not working

Fail 20 Jun 2012 23,345 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Jun 2011 21,858 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2011 21,858 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 20,437 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 15 Jun 2010 20,435 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 17,282 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2007 16,387 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2006 15,919 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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
Full Triumph Trident reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

K789 SFW is a 1993 Triumph Trident in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 K789 SFW, 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

How do I check the history of K789 SFW?

You can check the full history of K789 SFW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was K789 SFW registered?

K789 SFW is a 1993 Triumph Trident, first registered on 1 April 1993.

Is K789 SFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K789 SFW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K789 SFW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on K789 SFW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.