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K949 FHP

1993 Triumph Trident

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2022
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

34,194 mi
Last recorded34,194 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2021
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trident30,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK949 FHP
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2021 34,194 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 34,192 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable Fitted with rotation indicator backwards (5.2.3 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 34,112 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2019 34,112 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2010 36,225 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 36,225 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 34,008 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2009 34,008 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 32,275 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 30,262 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 28,676 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2006 28,639 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

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

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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K949 FHP is a 1993 Triumph Trident in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 K949 FHP, 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 K949 FHP registered?

K949 FHP is a 1993 Triumph Trident, first registered on 12 February 1993.

Is K949 FHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K949 FHP shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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