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L399 XEY

1994 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

44,921 mi
Last recorded44,921 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2016
Typical for 1994 Triumph Trident29,480 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL399 XEY
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2016 44,921 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2016 44,917 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey slight blow (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2014 78,868 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 42,906 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2012 42,248 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 41,280 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 19 Jan 2010 39,986 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 38,573 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 37,495 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 37,429 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 35,537 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 34,226 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 34,226 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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L399 XEY is a 1994 Triumph Trident in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 L399 XEY, 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 L399 XEY registered?

L399 XEY is a 1994 Triumph Trident, first registered on 1 June 1994.

Is L399 XEY safe to buy?

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