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PGP 549P

1976 Triumph Trident

White Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,374 mi
Last recorded16,374 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 1976 Triumph Trident21,862 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGP 549P
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2017 16,374 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 16,331 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 15,782 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 15,628 miles

O/S/F footrest bent.

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 15,438 miles

O/S/F footpeg bent.

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 15,172 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 15,098 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2007 15,098 miles

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 26 Jul 2005 14,974 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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PGP 549P is a 1976 Triumph Trident in White with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1976 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 21,862 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 PGP 549P, 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 50 years old, this Triumph Trident is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PGP 549P?

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What year was PGP 549P registered?

PGP 549P is a 1976 Triumph Trident, first registered on 14 June 1976.

Is PGP 549P safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGP 549P shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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