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R83 NAY

1998 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

26,783 mi
Last recorded26,783 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR83 NAY
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 26,783 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 26,384 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2022 26,014 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 25,887 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 14 Jun 2021 25,887 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 25,633 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 25,436 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 25,031 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 24,714 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2016 24,128 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 24 May 2016 24,128 miles

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 23,539 miles

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

Offside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 19 May 2015 23,539 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)

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

Offside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 May 2014 23,156 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2013 22,846 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2012 22,415 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2011 21,955 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 21,728 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2009 21,198 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 20,033 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 18,446 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 16,759 miles
Pass 19 May 2005 14,880 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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R83 NAY is a 1998 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R83 NAY registered?

R83 NAY is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 5 June 1998.

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