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R441 LUT

1998 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

34,286 mi
Last recorded34,286 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2018
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR441 LUT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 7 Jun 2018 34,286 miles

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure mainstand (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Shock absorber insecurely attached top shock mount (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Front Wheel damaged or distorted to the extent that control of the motorcycle is likely to be adversely affected (5.2.2 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 30,739 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 6 May 2016 29,590 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn both (3.2.A1l)

Fail 29 Apr 2016 29,590 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn both (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 29,556 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

number plate not legal but ok for mot

Fail 23 Jun 2015 29,541 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

number plate not legal but ok for mot

Pass 20 Jun 2014 29,461 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

number plate not legal size but ok for mot

Fail 29 Apr 2014 29,450 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front brake sticking slightly.

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 29,301 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 29,255 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 26,515 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 25,486 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 24,300 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 23,456 miles

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

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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R441 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R441 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 R441 LUT registered?

R441 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 24 April 1998.

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