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R498 LUT

1998 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,596 mi
Last recorded17,596 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2016
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR498 LUT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2016 17,596 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 15,993 miles

has water leak coming from left hand side

Fail 11 Jul 2015 15,993 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

has water leak coming from left hand side

Pass 31 Mar 2014 14,217 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 29 Mar 2014 14,217 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2013 12,068 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2012 10,431 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 26 Mar 2012 10,430 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Dec 2009 8,383 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2009 8,383 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 7,735 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jun 2009 7,735 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2008 6,344 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 6,051 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 4,408 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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R498 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R498 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R498 LUT?

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What year was R498 LUT registered?

R498 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 6 May 1998.

Is R498 LUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R498 LUT shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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