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R116 LFL

1998 Triumph Trident

Orange Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,824 mi
Last recorded49,824 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2012
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR116 LFL
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2012 49,824 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 45,894 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 41,749 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 40,286 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Fail 23 Mar 2009 40,286 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 39,131 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 38,460 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Fail 1 Mar 2007 38,454 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Offside Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Front Brake pipe slightly chaffed (3.2.B2a)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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R116 LFL is a 1998 Triumph Trident in Orange with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 21,696 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 R116 LFL, 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 28 years old, this Triumph Trident is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R116 LFL registered?

R116 LFL is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 9 March 1998.

Is R116 LFL safe to buy?

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