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P840 NLH

1997 Triumph Trident

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,514 mi
Last recorded21,514 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2022
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trident24,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP840 NLH
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2022 21,514 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 20,100 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2019 19,597 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2019 19,597 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Nov 2018 18,399 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 17,257 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 16,260 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 16,248 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 15,385 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear brake binding slightly

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Side stand loose and worn, may not support weight of vehicle!

Fail 24 Nov 2015 15,385 miles

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

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

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

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

Rear brake binding slightly

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Side stand loose and worn, may not support weight of vehicle!

Pass 25 Nov 2014 15,006 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2014 15,006 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

1 rear side lamp not working

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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P840 NLH is a 1997 Triumph Trident in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P840 NLH, 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 P840 NLH registered?

P840 NLH is a 1997 Triumph Trident, first registered on 1 February 1997.

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The MOT history for P840 NLH shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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