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P458 RHV

1996 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

25,975 mi
Last recorded25,975 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trident25,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP458 RHV
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 25,975 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2025 25,931 miles

Central Front Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Lower Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2024 25,827 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 25,468 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 25,265 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 24,849 miles

Central Front Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Lower Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2019 24,278 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2019 24,278 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 23 Aug 2019 24,266 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 23,510 miles

Central Front Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2016 21,980 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2015 18,620 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 15,912 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 15,840 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 15,820 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 15,661 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 15,547 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 15,327 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 12,488 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2007 11,576 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2006 10,595 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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P458 RHV is a 1996 Triumph Trident in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 P458 RHV, 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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What year was P458 RHV registered?

P458 RHV is a 1996 Triumph Trident, first registered on 15 August 1996.

Is P458 RHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P458 RHV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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