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P231 TGY

1997 Triumph Trident Sprint

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

42,625 mi
Last recorded42,625 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint29,267 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP231 TGY
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident Sprint
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 42,625 miles
Fail 20 May 2025 42,582 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 3 Jun 2019 41,590 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2019 41,590 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 16 May 2018 39,397 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 38,908 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 38,902 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 17 May 2016 35,807 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2016 35,805 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2015 35,539 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 34,956 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 33,528 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 27,903 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 27,203 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 25,686 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Trident Sprint?

Based on 1,029 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
718
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
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P231 TGY is a 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 29,267 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 Sprint fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P231 TGY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Trident Sprint typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Triumph Trident Sprint is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P231 TGY registered?

P231 TGY is a 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint, first registered on 27 June 1997.

Is P231 TGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P231 TGY shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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