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N474 TRW

1995 Triumph Trident

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,491 mi
Last recorded47,491 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2014
Typical for 1995 Triumph Trident27,481 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN474 TRW
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2014 47,491 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front road wheel, slight buckle in r/h rim

suspect nearside stop light in operative, recommend check

Pass 17 Jun 2013 29,073 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2013 45,840 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

suspect offside tail light not functioning. recommend check

Pass 28 Mar 2012 45,043 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 16 Mar 2012 45,041 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 41,871 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 40,020 miles

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 7 Mar 2009 36,827 miles

Front tyre is not the recomended size

Fail 28 Feb 2009 36,809 miles

Front Upper Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Offside Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front tyre is not the recomended size

Pass 1 Mar 2008 33,732 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2007 28,863 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 21,876 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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N474 TRW is a 1995 Triumph Trident in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 N474 TRW, 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 N474 TRW registered?

N474 TRW is a 1995 Triumph Trident, first registered on 11 September 1995.

Is N474 TRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N474 TRW 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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