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L788 CAD

1994 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

43,954 mi
Last recorded43,954 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1994 Triumph Trident29,480 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL788 CAD
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 43,954 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2025 43,858 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 42,810 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 42,187 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 41,596 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 40,117 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Oct 2016 38,773 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2008 37,593 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2008 37,586 miles

Offside Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 36,046 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 36,046 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(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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L788 CAD 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 L788 CAD, 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 L788 CAD registered?

L788 CAD is a 1994 Triumph Trident, first registered on 1 June 1994.

Is L788 CAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for L788 CAD 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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