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NOT 993R

1977 Triumph Trident

Maroon Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,282 mi
Last recorded18,282 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 1977 Triumph Trident21,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNOT 993R
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1977
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2016 18,282 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 17,775 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 17,367 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 16,833 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 16,110 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 15,599 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 15,011 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 13,975 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 13,933 miles

Brake pedal is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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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NOT 993R is a 1977 Triumph Trident in Maroon with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 21,879 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 NOT 993R, 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 49 years old, this Triumph Trident is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NOT 993R registered?

NOT 993R is a 1977 Triumph Trident, first registered on 1 July 1977.

Is NOT 993R safe to buy?

The MOT history for NOT 993R shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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