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P811 ERS

1997 Triumph Trident

Silver Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,717 mi
Last recorded36,717 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2015
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trident24,820 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP811 ERS
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2015 36,717 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 34,808 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 34,808 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 33,963 miles

n/s fork seal weeping

Fail 15 Jul 2013 33,963 miles

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

n/s fork seal weeping

Pass 16 Jun 2012 33,022 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

engine leaking oil

Pass 25 Apr 2011 31,997 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 29,645 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

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

Pass 27 Aug 2008 24,140 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 24,046 miles

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

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

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 4 Aug 2007 21,013 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 20,616 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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P811 ERS is a 1997 Triumph Trident in Silver with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 P811 ERS, 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.

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What year was P811 ERS registered?

P811 ERS is a 1997 Triumph Trident, first registered on 5 June 1997.

Is P811 ERS safe to buy?

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