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N47 JLM

1996 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,865 mi
Last recorded22,865 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2017
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trident25,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN47 JLM
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2017 22,865 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Nov 2017 22,865 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil l/h (2.3.3)

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 22,622 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 22,563 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 22,442 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 21,672 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 21,441 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 20,748 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 19,555 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2007 19,555 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)

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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N47 JLM is a 1996 Triumph Trident in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N47 JLM, 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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What year was N47 JLM registered?

N47 JLM is a 1996 Triumph Trident, first registered on 21 June 1996.

Is N47 JLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N47 JLM 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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