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P939 WGJ

1997 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,175 mi
Last recorded22,175 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2013
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trident24,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP939 WGJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2013 22,175 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 21,831 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 21,785 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 20,257 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 20,257 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

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

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Offside Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Apr 2008 19,376 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 7 Apr 2008 19,376 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Feb 2007 16,347 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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P939 WGJ is a 1997 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 P939 WGJ, 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 P939 WGJ registered?

P939 WGJ is a 1997 Triumph Trident, first registered on 16 June 1997.

Is P939 WGJ safe to buy?

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