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R497 LUT

1998 Triumph Trident

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,534 mi
Last recorded19,534 miles
Recorded on21 May 2021
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR497 LUT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2021 19,534 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 18,699 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 18,395 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 18,015 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 17,271 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2008 16,987 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2008 16,987 miles

Rear reflector on sidecar missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Dec 2006 16,212 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2006 16,212 miles

Sidecar wheel bearings have excessive free play (5.2.3c)

Pass 14 Jan 2006 15,005 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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R497 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R497 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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How do I check the history of R497 LUT?

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What year was R497 LUT registered?

R497 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 6 May 1998.

Is R497 LUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R497 LUT shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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