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M56 MHV

1995 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

32,049 mi
Last recorded32,049 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1995 Triumph Trident27,481 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM56 MHV
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 32,049 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2024 31,635 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 30,949 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 30,372 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 29,617 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 28,870 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2019 27,803 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 26,675 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 26,119 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 25,351 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 22,431 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 21 Jul 2007 22,430 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2006 20,608 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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M56 MHV is a 1995 Triumph Trident in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 M56 MHV, 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 M56 MHV registered?

M56 MHV is a 1995 Triumph Trident, first registered on 7 March 1995.

Is M56 MHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M56 MHV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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