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P119 GJF

1997 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,557 mi
Last recorded51,557 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trident24,820 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP119 GJF
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 51,557 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2025 51,393 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also worn uneven (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Aug 2023 51,385 miles

Aftermarket silencers fitted, Baffled at test

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn unevenly (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 51,339 miles

Aftermarket silencers fitted, Baffled at test

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn unevenly (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 51,282 miles

Aftermarket silencers fitted, Baffled at test

Pass 14 Aug 2020 50,077 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 49,954 miles

CLUTCH LEVER SLIGHTLY BENT

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2017 49,535 miles

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

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2015 48,782 miles

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

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 48,511 miles

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

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 13 Feb 2012 48,123 miles

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2012 48,123 miles

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 47,199 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 47,136 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Inner Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 54,819 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 45,371 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 45,371 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 41,879 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 39,355 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2005 39,355 miles

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

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

front l/h indicator lens cracked but not showing white light.

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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P119 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 24,820 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 P119 GJF, 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 29 years old, this Triumph Trident is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P119 GJF registered?

P119 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Trident, first registered on 10 April 1997.

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