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R855 DUB

1998 Triumph Trident Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,659 mi
Last recorded15,659 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2009
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident Sprint25,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR855 DUB
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident Sprint
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2009 15,659 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 15,345 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2008 15,345 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2007 14,599 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2006 14,419 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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R855 DUB is a 1998 Triumph Trident Sprint in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Trident Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 25,403 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 Sprint fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R855 DUB, 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 28 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 R855 DUB registered?

R855 DUB is a 1998 Triumph Trident Sprint, first registered on 13 February 1998.

Is R855 DUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R855 DUB shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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