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R199 YBJ

1997 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

26,346 mi
Last recorded26,346 miles
Recorded on20 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trident24,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR199 YBJ
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 May 2024 26,346 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 26,346 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 20 Apr 2023 26,346 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Exhaust system insecure silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 26,346 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Exhaust slightly loose silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2020 26,122 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2018 25,881 miles

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 13 Oct 2018 25,881 miles

Nearside Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Oct 2017 25,069 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 25,068 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2015 24,510 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2014 24,125 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2013 23,635 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 22,281 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 22,281 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 May 2011 20,771 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 17,306 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 22 May 2009 15,405 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 14,584 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2008 14,584 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Oct 2006 13,581 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 13,581 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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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R199 YBJ is a 1997 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 24,820 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 R199 YBJ, 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 29 years old, this Triumph Trident is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R199 YBJ registered?

R199 YBJ is a 1997 Triumph Trident, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R199 YBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R199 YBJ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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