CarVerify

Free Car Check

P321 REW

1997 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

601 mi
Last recorded601 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trident24,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Triumph
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP321 REW
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 601 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 May 2026 601 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 566 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 150 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 55 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 64,498 miles

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

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

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 18 May 2013 63,771 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 May 2013 63,771 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 62,939 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 60,091 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 22 May 2010 57,154 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 53,689 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 48,815 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 22 May 2007 45,695 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 42,313 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
Full Triumph Trident reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P321 REW is a 1997 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P321 REW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P321 REW?

You can check the full history of P321 REW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P321 REW registered?

P321 REW is a 1997 Triumph Trident, first registered on 30 June 1997.

Is P321 REW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P321 REW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P321 REW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P321 REW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.