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R618 FPU

1998 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

675 mi
Last recorded675 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2011
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR618 FPU
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2011 675 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 645 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 520 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 316 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 68 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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R618 FPU is a 1998 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 R618 FPU, 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 R618 FPU?

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What year was R618 FPU registered?

R618 FPU is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 4 March 1998.

Is R618 FPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R618 FPU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R618 FPU have outstanding finance?

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