MOT Status
ValidMileage
13,400 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also old (2010) (5.2.3 (e))
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Appears to have water ingress (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Nearside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Triumph Trident?
Based on 29,119 MOT tests across 5,167 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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M78 SBW is a 1994 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.
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 M78 SBW, 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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How do I check the history of M78 SBW?
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What year was M78 SBW registered?
M78 SBW is a 1994 Triumph Trident, first registered on 24 August 1994.
Is M78 SBW safe to buy?
The MOT history for M78 SBW shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does M78 SBW have outstanding finance?
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