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R244 YAH

1997 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,618 mi
Last recorded16,618 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2015
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trident24,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR244 YAH
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2015 16,618 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 16,563 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 16,204 miles

slight blow on o/s exhaust silencer

Pass 9 Mar 2012 15,689 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 14,483 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 13,987 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2008 8,636 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 8,158 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 8,158 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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R244 YAH is a 1997 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 R244 YAH, 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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How do I check the history of R244 YAH?

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What year was R244 YAH registered?

R244 YAH is a 1997 Triumph Trident, first registered on 20 August 1997.

Is R244 YAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R244 YAH 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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