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R917 KRY

1997 Triumph Trident Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,565 mi
Last recorded51,565 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2021
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint29,267 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR917 KRY
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident Sprint
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2021 51,565 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 50,834 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 49,878 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 48,427 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 48,427 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Oct 2012 48,125 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2011 37,417 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Nearside Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 8 Oct 2010 24,905 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 24,905 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 11 Aug 2005 24,755 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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R917 KRY is a 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 R917 KRY, 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 R917 KRY registered?

R917 KRY is a 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint, first registered on 1 November 1997.

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