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P937 NKM

1997 Triumph Trident

Silver Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,020 mi
Last recorded16,020 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trident24,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP937 NKM
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2024 16,020 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2024 16,020 miles

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 May 2023 15,645 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 15,326 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 15,240 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2021 15,240 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2017 14,968 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 14,754 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 14,608 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 14,447 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 17 Sep 2010 14,447 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 14,105 miles

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Feb 2008 13,367 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 10,271 miles

Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

build up of dirt in brake calipers may lead to binding brake.

Pass 5 Sep 2005 10,059 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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P937 NKM is a 1997 Triumph Trident in Silver with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P937 NKM, 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 P937 NKM registered?

P937 NKM is a 1997 Triumph Trident, first registered on 9 June 1997.

Is P937 NKM safe to buy?

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