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R524 VUY

1998 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

24,000 mi
Last recorded24,000 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR524 VUY
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 24,000 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2025 24,000 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 24 May 2024 24,000 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 23,999 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 23,543 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 23,042 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 22,484 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 21,270 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 20,117 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 19,083 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 18,011 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 17,649 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 16,500 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2011 16,487 miles

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

Speedo / clocks insucre.

Fail 23 Sep 2011 16,487 miles

Offside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Speedo / clocks insucre.

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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R524 VUY 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 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R524 VUY, 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

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What year was R524 VUY registered?

R524 VUY is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 7 January 1998.

Is R524 VUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R524 VUY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R524 VUY have outstanding finance?

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