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R368 LUT

1998 Triumph Trident

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

47,026 mi
Last recorded47,026 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR368 LUT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 47,026 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 47,023 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 46,131 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2021 45,177 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 43,763 miles

Brake rod worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear shock/ Swingarm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2019 40,348 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 38,644 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 37,861 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 37,445 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 37,445 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2015 36,442 miles
Fail 9 May 2015 36,428 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 34,786 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 32,837 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 29,154 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 27,652 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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R368 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R368 LUT, 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 R368 LUT registered?

R368 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R368 LUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R368 LUT shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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