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R718 AEX

1997 Triumph Trident Sprint

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

42,621 mi
Last recorded42,621 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint29,267 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR718 AEX
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident Sprint
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2024 42,621 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 42,099 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 41,739 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2017 40,861 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 39,239 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 38,626 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2011 38,005 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 33,971 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 30,940 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 28,639 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 26,818 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2007 26,812 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2006 24,693 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Trident Sprint?

Based on 1,029 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
718
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
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R718 AEX is a 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 29,267 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Trident Sprint fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R718 AEX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Trident Sprint typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Triumph Trident Sprint is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R718 AEX registered?

R718 AEX is a 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint, first registered on 18 October 1997.

Is R718 AEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R718 AEX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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