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N909 TBC

1996 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

31,162 mi
Last recorded31,162 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2016
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trident25,328 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN909 TBC
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2016 31,162 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 25,662 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2010 19,267 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Fail 29 Jul 2010 19,267 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2009 19,230 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2007 19,152 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2007 19,152 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 19,114 miles

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

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

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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N909 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 N909 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 N909 TBC registered?

N909 TBC is a 1996 Triumph Trident, first registered on 17 July 1996.

Is N909 TBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N909 TBC shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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