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R83 EOS

1998 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

40,252 mi
Last recorded40,252 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2021
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR83 EOS
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2021 40,252 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 40,047 miles

Rear Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 39,850 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 39,571 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 38,943 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 38,526 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 38,184 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 38,021 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 38,015 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 36,740 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 35,956 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 34,391 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2006 33,413 miles

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

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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R83 EOS is a 1998 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R83 EOS, 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 R83 EOS registered?

R83 EOS is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is R83 EOS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R83 EOS 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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