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N439 DSX

1996 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

33,122 mi
Last recorded33,122 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2021
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trident25,328 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN439 DSX
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2021 33,122 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 31,377 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2020 31,354 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Aug 2013 31,307 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 31,153 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 30,935 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 30,654 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 30,419 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2009 30,419 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 28,804 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 27,388 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 17 May 2006 26,440 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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N439 DSX is a 1996 Triumph Trident in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 25,328 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 N439 DSX, 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 30 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 N439 DSX?

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What year was N439 DSX registered?

N439 DSX is a 1996 Triumph Trident, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N439 DSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N439 DSX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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