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N448 SMY

1998 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2023
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

30,407 mi
Last recorded30,407 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2022
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN448 SMY
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2022 30,407 miles

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

front tyre tread low in places.

rear footrests missing, solo seat fitted.

Fail 14 Oct 2022 30,400 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

front tyre tread low in places.

rear footrests missing, solo seat fitted.

Pass 22 Oct 2021 27,992 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2020 24,371 miles

some light sources not working in rear light

Fail 16 Oct 2020 24,371 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

some light sources not working in rear light

Pass 25 Oct 2019 22,441 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 21,858 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 21,858 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 21,245 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Sep 2017 21,235 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2016 21,058 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 19,527 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 15,110 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2014 15,110 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Apr 2013 15,105 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 15,030 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2011 14,266 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 13,454 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 13,343 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 11,136 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 9,672 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 9,672 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 9,246 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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N448 SMY is a 1998 Triumph Trident in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 21,696 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 N448 SMY, 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 28 years old, this Triumph Trident is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N448 SMY registered?

N448 SMY is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is N448 SMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N448 SMY shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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