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M379 JDW

1994 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,329 mi
Last recorded26,329 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 1994 Triumph Trident29,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM379 JDW
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 26,329 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2026 26,329 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 26,297 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2024 26,297 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2023 25,743 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2022 25,064 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2022 25,064 miles

Indicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 24,235 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2021 24,235 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2020 23,504 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 22,758 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 22,009 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 21,519 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 21,083 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 9 Feb 2016 21,065 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Feb 2015 20,318 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 19,836 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2013 19,148 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2013 19,148 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 4 Nov 2011 18,573 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 18,573 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 18,202 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 18,191 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

nsr indicator slightly dim

Pass 23 Oct 2009 17,866 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2008 17,296 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 16,510 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2006 16,510 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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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M379 JDW is a 1994 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 M379 JDW, 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 M379 JDW registered?

M379 JDW is a 1994 Triumph Trident, first registered on 22 August 1994.

Is M379 JDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M379 JDW shows 27 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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