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R918 KUT

1998 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

5,165 mi
Last recorded5,165 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2021
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR918 KUT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2021 5,165 miles

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

Fail 15 Jun 2021 5,165 miles

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

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 5,127 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2011 5,097 miles

rear brake slight bind

Fail 24 Jun 2011 5,083 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

rear brake slight bind

Pass 12 May 2010 4,901 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2009 4,768 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Pass 29 Apr 2009 4,768 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 7 May 2008 4,600 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 4,408 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 3,771 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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R918 KUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R918 KUT, 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 R918 KUT registered?

R918 KUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 10 March 1998.

Is R918 KUT safe to buy?

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