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R157 EOW

1998 Triumph Trident

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,587 mi
Last recorded17,587 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR157 EOW
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2024 17,587 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 17,575 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 17,428 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 17,287 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 17,221 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 17,051 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 16,675 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 May 2017 15,880 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 15,880 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 May 2016 13,946 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 13,946 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2015 12,978 miles

tail light loose

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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R157 EOW is a 1998 Triumph Trident in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R157 EOW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R157 EOW?

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What year was R157 EOW registered?

R157 EOW is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 25 March 1998.

Is R157 EOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R157 EOW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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