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R117 NAY

1998 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

36,607 mi
Last recorded36,607 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR117 NAY
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2024 36,607 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 34,892 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 29,274 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 24,696 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 24,687 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 22,814 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 22,807 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 21,856 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 13,821 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 13,744 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 13,367 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 13,156 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 12,103 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 11,420 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2007 10,755 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 10,755 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 30 May 2006 9,277 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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R117 NAY is a 1998 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R117 NAY, 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 R117 NAY registered?

R117 NAY is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 11 June 1998.

Is R117 NAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R117 NAY shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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