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P356 JYB

1996 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

21,443 mi
Last recorded21,443 miles
Recorded on23 May 2019
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trident25,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP356 JYB
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2019 21,443 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit At 1.6mm, legal limit is 1.0mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned Handling not affected. (2.4 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 21,027 miles

Brake light working on front lever but at end of rear pedal travel

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion some reduction in damping, possible low oil level (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Outer pad worn near to limit suggesting caliper sliders siezed (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 15 Sep 2017 21,027 miles

Brake light working on front lever but at end of rear pedal travel

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp damaged and function impaired new bulb fitted (1.1.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion some reduction in damping, possible low oil level (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Outer pad worn near to limit suggesting caliper sliders siezed (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 19,566 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 17,823 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 17,212 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 16,939 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Oil leak

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 4 Jul 2011 16,761 miles

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Oil leak

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 15,662 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 15,662 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2009 14,809 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front tyre is stepped uneven wear

Pass 6 Jun 2008 13,686 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 13,058 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2007 12,985 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2006 12,516 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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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P356 JYB is a 1996 Triumph Trident 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 1996 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 25,328 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 P356 JYB, 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 30 years old, this Triumph Trident is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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P356 JYB is a 1996 Triumph Trident, first registered on 4 October 1996.

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