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R440 LUT

1998 Triumph Trident

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

41,887 mi
Last recorded41,887 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2013
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR440 LUT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2013 41,887 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 38,956 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 34,791 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 30,473 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 30,473 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 26,579 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 22,404 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2007 18,253 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 13,308 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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R440 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R440 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 R440 LUT registered?

R440 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is R440 LUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R440 LUT 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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