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N833 TBC

1996 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

35 mi
Last recorded35 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2023
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trident25,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN833 TBC
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2023 35 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 31,132 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 May 2019 31,132 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 31,058 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2017 31,058 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 30,176 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive lower dog bone bush/bearing play. (2.4.B.4)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 29,950 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2015 29,942 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 2 May 2014 28,834 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

rear tyre has nail

Pass 7 May 2013 25,742 miles
Fail 5 May 2012 22,281 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Pass 5 May 2012 22,281 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 20,318 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 May 2010 19,689 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 18,736 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 17,903 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 25 Oct 2007 17,903 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 31 May 2006 15,372 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2006 15,372 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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N833 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Trident in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 N833 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 N833 TBC registered?

N833 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Trident, first registered on 17 June 1996.

Is N833 TBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N833 TBC shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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