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P639 BBC

1996 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

29,055 mi
Last recorded29,055 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2016
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trident25,328 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP639 BBC
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2016 29,055 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 26,951 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 21,980 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 19,503 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 15,934 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 13,394 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 12,923 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 12,560 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 11,389 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 10,874 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 9,617 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 9,617 miles

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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P639 BBC is a 1996 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P639 BBC, 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 P639 BBC registered?

P639 BBC is a 1996 Triumph Trident, first registered on 27 August 1996.

Is P639 BBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P639 BBC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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