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R472 LUT

1998 Triumph Trident Sprint

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

43,929 mi
Last recorded43,929 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2020
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident Sprint25,403 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR472 LUT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident Sprint
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2020 43,929 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 43,917 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2018 43,601 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 42,840 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015
Pass 2 Apr 2014 42,838 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 41,887 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 41,353 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 40,480 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 38,960 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 36,939 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 35,310 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 33,991 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2006 28,353 miles

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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R472 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident Sprint in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Trident Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 25,403 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 R472 LUT, 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 28 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 R472 LUT registered?

R472 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident Sprint, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R472 LUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R472 LUT shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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