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N818 TBC

1996 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

36,547 mi
Last recorded36,547 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trident25,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN818 TBC
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 36,547 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 35,377 miles

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

exhaust slight blow at collector centre box

Fail 2 Sep 2022 35,377 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

exhaust slight blow at collector centre box

Pass 1 Apr 2021 30,797 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 30,352 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 29,784 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 29,245 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 28,421 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 5 Jul 2011 28,173 miles

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 28,173 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 27,184 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 26,563 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 25,237 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 21,972 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 21,018 miles

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

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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N818 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Trident in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 N818 TBC, 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 N818 TBC registered?

N818 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Trident, first registered on 17 June 1996.

Is N818 TBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N818 TBC shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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