MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
40,297 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
How Reliable is the Triumph Trident?
Based on 29,119 MOT tests across 5,167 vehicles.
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P196 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Trident in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.
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 P196 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 P196 GJF registered?
P196 GJF is a 1997 Triumph Trident, first registered on 5 June 1997.
Is P196 GJF safe to buy?
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