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NJK 20R

1976 Triumph Trident

Red Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

12,753 mi
Last recorded12,753 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2012
Typical for 1976 Triumph Trident21,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJK 20R
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2012 12,753 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 May 2011 12,639 miles

Centre Front Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Upper Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Upper Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Offside Front Upper Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 12,412 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 12,399 miles

Centre Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Nearside Front Upper Handlebar excessively corroded (2.1.1b)

Offside Front Upper Handlebar excessively corroded (2.1.1b)

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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NJK 20R is a 1976 Triumph Trident in Red with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1976 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 21,862 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 NJK 20R, 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 50 years old, this Triumph Trident is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NJK 20R registered?

NJK 20R is a 1976 Triumph Trident, first registered on 13 December 1976.

Is NJK 20R safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJK 20R shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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