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L160 NGW

1994 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

38,507 mi
Last recorded38,507 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 Triumph Trident29,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL160 NGW
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 38,507 miles

Brake cylinder travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2025 38,507 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2023 38,383 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2022 38,162 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 37,506 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2017 36,634 miles

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

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 34,115 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2015 33,442 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 32,220 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 31,659 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 10 Feb 2012 29,376 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 25,532 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 22,452 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 21,655 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 21,340 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Jan 2007 19,263 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 30,535 miles

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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L160 NGW is a 1994 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1994 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 29,480 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L160 NGW, 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 32 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 L160 NGW registered?

L160 NGW is a 1994 Triumph Trident, first registered on 8 March 1994.

Is L160 NGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L160 NGW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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