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R421 LUT

1998 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2022
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

33,714 mi
Last recorded33,714 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2021
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR421 LUT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2021 33,714 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2021 33,618 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding advised not to use until repaired (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front footrest shorter than standard

Offside Rear pannier support bracket insecure

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

Pass 16 Jul 2019 29,692 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 28,867 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 27,137 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2018 27,137 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 25,131 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 22,506 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 20,072 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 19,709 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

rear hugger insecure

Pass 17 Apr 2013 12,610 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 17 Apr 2013 12,610 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 Dec 2011 10,932 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2011 10,928 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 7,330 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2010 7,330 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 7,216 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 13 Aug 2008 7,216 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 5 May 2005 6,914 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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R421 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 R421 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 R421 LUT registered?

R421 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is R421 LUT safe to buy?

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