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M523 MKL

1994 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

52,741 mi
Last recorded52,741 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2024
Typical for 1994 Triumph Trident29,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM523 MKL
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2024 52,741 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2023 51,664 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 51,112 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 49,962 miles

offside front brake pads worn

Pass 19 Mar 2020 48,967 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 47,164 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2019 47,120 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Mar 2018 40,948 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2018 40,948 miles

Rear Brake cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2017 39,567 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 38,681 miles

front and rear brake pad condition

Pass 24 Feb 2015 36,697 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 34,315 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2013 32,642 miles

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

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

tail light operation

Pass 24 Feb 2012 30,779 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 29,052 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 27,887 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 26,723 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2009 26,723 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 25,789 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 24,968 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2006 23,442 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2006 23,442 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

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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M523 MKL is a 1994 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 M523 MKL, 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 M523 MKL registered?

M523 MKL is a 1994 Triumph Trident, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M523 MKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M523 MKL shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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