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M157 HPH

1994 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

55,435 mi
Last recorded55,435 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 1994 Triumph Trident29,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM157 HPH
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 55,435 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2025 55,218 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2024 54,897 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 53,984 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front Tyre TD below 1.6mm but above 1.00mm. Advise to replace asap. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Feb 2022 51,110 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2021 51,051 miles

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

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Nov 2020 60,706 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 55,661 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 53,139 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 53,020 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 13 May 2017 53,020 miles

Front suspension has severe distortion of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.3.8)

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2016 52,460 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 52,281 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 51,708 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 51,140 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2012 50,094 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 49,355 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 48,562 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 47,685 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 46,872 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 13 May 2006 44,221 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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M157 HPH is a 1994 Triumph Trident in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 M157 HPH, 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 M157 HPH registered?

M157 HPH is a 1994 Triumph Trident, first registered on 24 August 1994.

Is M157 HPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for M157 HPH shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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