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R499 LUT

1998 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

27,426 mi
Last recorded27,426 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR499 LUT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 27,426 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2024 26,651 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Sep 2023 26,154 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 35,075 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2013 35,075 miles

Offside Rear Lower Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Lower Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 23 May 2012 31,296 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 27,210 miles

Oil leak

Fail 5 May 2011 27,190 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Oil leak

Pass 5 May 2010 2,309 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2009 19,608 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2009 19,586 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2008 16,635 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Apr 2007 13,402 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 59,899 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 25 Apr 2006 57,889 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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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R499 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 73.3%.

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 R499 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 R499 LUT registered?

R499 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 6 May 1998.

Is R499 LUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R499 LUT shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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