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MA55 SHZ

2016 Triumph Trident

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

47,087 mi
Last recorded47,087 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Triumph Trident10,261 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA55 SHZ
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 47,087 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2026 47,087 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2025 5,723 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2025 45,402 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2025 45,395 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 5,291 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2024 41,181 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Oct 2024 41,141 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges wearing (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 4,770 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 36,674 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 31,035 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 27,269 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2021 27,269 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 25,666 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 21,409 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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MA55 SHZ is a 2016 Triumph Trident in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2016 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 10,261 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 MA55 SHZ, 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 10 years old, this Triumph Trident is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was MA55 SHZ registered?

MA55 SHZ is a 2016 Triumph Trident, first registered on 21 October 2016.

Is MA55 SHZ safe to buy?

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