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R629 FPU

1998 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

30,650 mi
Last recorded30,650 miles
Recorded on29 May 2014
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR629 FPU
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2014 30,650 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2013 30,531 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2012 30,488 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 30,343 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2010 29,869 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 29,504 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 22 Jun 2009 29,504 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 27,227 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 25,904 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 25,904 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2006 25,161 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2006 25,159 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Handlebar pinch bolts missing

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Speedo light not working

Pass 8 Nov 2005 22,943 miles

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

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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R629 FPU is a 1998 Triumph Trident in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R629 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.

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What year was R629 FPU registered?

R629 FPU is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 3 April 1998.

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