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N714 KCV

1996 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

35,745 mi
Last recorded35,745 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trident25,328 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN714 KCV
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 35,745 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 35,363 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2023 34,619 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 33,969 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 33,284 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 33,153 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 32,859 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 32,379 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 30,901 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 30,304 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 28,354 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 26,455 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2013 25,722 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 25,119 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 23,224 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 23,224 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jun 2009 21,328 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2008 18,764 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 18,372 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2006 17,589 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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N714 KCV is a 1996 Triumph Trident in Green with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N714 KCV, 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 N714 KCV registered?

N714 KCV is a 1996 Triumph Trident, first registered on 11 April 1996.

Is N714 KCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N714 KCV shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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