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P829 JVX

1996 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2025
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

28,733 mi
Last recorded28,733 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Triumph Trident25,328 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP829 JVX
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Fail 23 May 2025 28,733 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 9 May 2024 28,726 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 28,602 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2022 28,602 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 28,495 miles
Pass 27 May 2019 28,231 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 28,180 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 May 2018 27,810 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 27,457 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 27,423 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2014 26,589 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 26,589 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 25,732 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2011 25,732 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 24,917 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 23,547 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2008 23,493 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 16 May 2007 21,381 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2005 18,240 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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P829 JVX is a 1996 Triumph Trident in Black with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 P829 JVX, 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 P829 JVX registered?

P829 JVX is a 1996 Triumph Trident, first registered on 5 November 1996.

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The MOT history for P829 JVX shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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