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P165 RRT

1997 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

18,116 mi
Last recorded18,116 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trident24,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP165 RRT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2021 18,116 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2021 18,116 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation rear brake (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 17,342 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 17,210 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 16,869 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 16,166 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2016 15,746 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 15,528 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 15,166 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 14,893 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 14,540 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2010 14,535 miles

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jun 2007 14,524 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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P165 RRT is a 1997 Triumph Trident in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 P165 RRT, 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 P165 RRT registered?

P165 RRT is a 1997 Triumph Trident, first registered on 7 April 1997.

Is P165 RRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P165 RRT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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