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N359 FWX

1995 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,818 mi
Last recorded55,818 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2019
Typical for 1995 Triumph Trident27,481 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN359 FWX
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2019 55,818 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 53,993 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Mudguard cracked.

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2017 53,077 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2017 53,077 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 160/60/18 70w (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2016 52,512 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn both (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 19 Jun 2015 52,108 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear tyre wearing unevenly

Fail 10 Jun 2015 52,108 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust leaking

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Oil leak

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

Rear tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 11 Jul 2014 51,545 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 51,311 miles

rear brake disc slightly corroded

Fail 1 Jul 2013 51,309 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

rear tyre pressure too low

Pass 13 Jul 2012 49,933 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2012 49,933 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jun 2011 48,479 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 48,476 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 45,035 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 45,032 miles

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

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 42,415 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 41,599 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 41,581 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 41,540 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 39,494 miles

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

Offside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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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N359 FWX is a 1995 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N359 FWX, 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 N359 FWX registered?

N359 FWX is a 1995 Triumph Trident, first registered on 21 December 1995.

Is N359 FWX safe to buy?

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