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L551 DFX

1994 Triumph Trident

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

40,966 mi
Last recorded40,966 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2017
Typical for 1994 Triumph Trident29,480 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL551 DFX
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2017 40,966 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2016 40,105 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 40,105 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 39,495 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 39,045 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 37,780 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2013 37,778 miles

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2012 35,754 miles

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

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 21 Apr 2012 35,754 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 35,127 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 18 Apr 2011 35,122 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to excessive wear (3.2.A1i)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 31,599 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2009 30,596 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Jul 2007 28,502 miles

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

Centre Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

slight binding on front brake

Pass 1 Jul 2006 27,703 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 27,703 miles

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

play in rear brake caliper

Fail 27 May 2006 27,673 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Headlamp aim too high (hotspot centre above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

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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L551 DFX is a 1994 Triumph Trident in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 L551 DFX, 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 L551 DFX registered?

L551 DFX is a 1994 Triumph Trident, first registered on 6 April 1994.

Is L551 DFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for L551 DFX shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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