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PES 214M

1974 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

5,887 mi
Last recorded5,887 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2017
Typical for 1974 Triumph Trident26,179 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPES 214M
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2017 5,887 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 5,757 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 May 2011 5,227 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 5,227 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 4,789 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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PES 214M is a 1974 Triumph Trident in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1974 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.6% with a typical mileage of 26,179 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 PES 214M, 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 52 years old, this Triumph Trident is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PES 214M registered?

PES 214M is a 1974 Triumph Trident, first registered on 31 December 1974.

Is PES 214M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PES 214M shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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