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N983 BFL

1996 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

6,904 mi
Last recorded6,904 miles
Recorded on19 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trident25,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN983 BFL
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2025 6,904 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 5,793 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 5,583 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 5,272 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 5,061 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 18 May 2017 4,895 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 4,855 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 4,554 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 May 2012 4,304 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 3,595 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Apr 2010 2,715 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 2,698 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 2,343 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 2,233 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 23 Jan 2007 2,018 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 1,825 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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N983 BFL is a 1996 Triumph Trident in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 N983 BFL, 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 N983 BFL registered?

N983 BFL is a 1996 Triumph Trident, first registered on 11 July 1996.

Is N983 BFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N983 BFL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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