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N242 HSX

2000 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,424 mi
Last recorded12,424 miles
Recorded on17 May 2014
Typical for 2000 Triumph Trident16,174 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN242 HSX
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2014 12,424 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 May 2013 12,251 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 May 2012 12,238 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 12,238 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 May 2011 8,856 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 8,788 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2009 8,531 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 8,531 miles

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 8,520 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2005 6,513 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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N242 HSX is a 2000 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2000 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 16,174 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 N242 HSX, 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 26 years old, this Triumph Trident is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was N242 HSX registered?

N242 HSX is a 2000 Triumph Trident, first registered on 15 September 2000.

Is N242 HSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N242 HSX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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