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M398 UHJ

1995 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

26,616 mi
Last recorded26,616 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2018
Typical for 1995 Triumph Trident27,481 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM398 UHJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2018 26,616 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 24,497 miles

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

Fail 26 May 2017 24,488 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 24,471 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 24,432 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 24,432 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2006 24,284 miles

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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M398 UHJ is a 1995 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1995 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 27,481 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 M398 UHJ, 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 31 years old, this Triumph Trident is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M398 UHJ registered?

M398 UHJ is a 1995 Triumph Trident, first registered on 26 January 1995.

Is M398 UHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M398 UHJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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