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L253 RUB

1994 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

36,089 mi
Last recorded36,089 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 1994 Triumph Trident29,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL253 RUB
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 36,089 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2024 34,634 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2023 31,130 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))

Front brake lever has lost its distance adjuster neen replacing

Pass 9 Jul 2022 29,932 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Outer (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 27,482 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2021 27,482 miles

Stop lamp not working When using rear brake control. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 26,736 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2019 26,723 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated Both disks contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated Pads contaminated from both sides (1.1.13 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Both forks leaking. (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 25,005 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 25,005 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 24,794 miles

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

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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L253 RUB is a 1994 Triumph Trident in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 L253 RUB, 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.

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What year was L253 RUB registered?

L253 RUB is a 1994 Triumph Trident, first registered on 29 April 1994.

Is L253 RUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for L253 RUB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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