CarVerify

Free Car Check

M862 GYS

1995 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 749cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

75,709 mi
Last recorded75,709 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 Triumph Trident27,481 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationM862 GYS
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 75,709 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 75,431 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Mar 2024 75,408 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 75,380 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 75,008 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 47,974 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2013 74,565 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 10 Sep 2013 74,543 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

front brake long travel ok at time of test

Pass 14 Mar 2011 74,525 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 73,861 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 73,861 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Sep 2008 70,808 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 66,447 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 61,564 miles
Pass 17 May 2005 57,497 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2005 57,485 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

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

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
Full Triumph Trident reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

M862 GYS is a 1995 Triumph Trident in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 M862 GYS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M862 GYS?

You can check the full history of M862 GYS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was M862 GYS registered?

M862 GYS is a 1995 Triumph Trident, first registered on 19 May 1995.

Is M862 GYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M862 GYS shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M862 GYS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on M862 GYS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.