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R417 AOV

1997 Triumph Trident Sprint

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

40,439 mi
Last recorded40,439 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint29,267 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR417 AOV
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident Sprint
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 40,439 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2025 40,362 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 40,209 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Throttle sticking

light black smoke from exhaust when revving

Pass 31 Jan 2023 40,095 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 40,040 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 39,971 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 39,900 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 39,517 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 38,038 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 36,436 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 35,309 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 33,901 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 33,488 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 32,431 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 27,017 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 26,809 miles

Aftermarket exhaust fitted

Fail 17 Jul 2008 26,809 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Aftermarket exhaust fitted

How Reliable is the Triumph Trident Sprint?

Based on 1,029 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
718
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
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R417 AOV is a 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 29,267 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Trident Sprint fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R417 AOV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Trident Sprint typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Triumph Trident Sprint is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R417 AOV registered?

R417 AOV is a 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R417 AOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R417 AOV shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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