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R62 NAY

1998 Triumph Trident

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

29,672 mi
Last recorded29,672 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2013
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR62 NAY
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2013 29,672 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 29,671 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2012 28,456 miles

Nearside Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 28,456 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 25,531 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 25,531 miles

Rear Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 3 Apr 2010 19,326 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Apr 2010 19,326 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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 9 Nov 2007 15,308 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 14,584 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 12,425 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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R62 NAY is a 1998 Triumph Trident in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 R62 NAY, 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 R62 NAY registered?

R62 NAY is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 5 June 1998.

Is R62 NAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R62 NAY shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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