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K998 FTO

1992 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

28,424 mi
Last recorded28,424 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1992 Triumph Trident31,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK998 FTO
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 28,424 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2024 28,022 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 27,508 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 21,403 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2012 21,394 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Aug 2011 19,815 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 10 Aug 2011 19,815 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 2 Aug 2010 19,662 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 19,662 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 19,463 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 19,463 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 18,937 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 18,727 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 17,678 miles

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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K998 FTO is a 1992 Triumph Trident in Green with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1992 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 31,064 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 K998 FTO, 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 34 years old, this Triumph Trident is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K998 FTO registered?

K998 FTO is a 1992 Triumph Trident, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K998 FTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for K998 FTO shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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