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N54 MGK

1996 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

60,166 mi
Last recorded60,166 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2024
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trident25,328 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN54 MGK
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2024 60,166 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 Sep 2024 60,151 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 60,113 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 58,473 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2021 58,463 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 56,255 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2019 53,875 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 53,084 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 52,457 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 52,063 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 49,999 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 49,349 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2006 48,558 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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N54 MGK is a 1996 Triumph Trident in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 N54 MGK, 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 N54 MGK registered?

N54 MGK is a 1996 Triumph Trident, first registered on 24 June 1996.

Is N54 MGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N54 MGK shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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