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R929 YDA

1997 Triumph Trident Sprint

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

26,647 mi
Last recorded26,647 miles
Recorded on22 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint29,267 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR929 YDA
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident Sprint
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2024 26,647 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 26,563 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 25,531 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 24,455 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 23,882 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Fail 3 Apr 2014 23,878 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 22,520 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 20,708 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 16,484 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 14,124 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 12,302 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 11,790 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 11,683 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 11,233 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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R929 YDA is a 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R929 YDA, 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 R929 YDA registered?

R929 YDA is a 1997 Triumph Trident Sprint, first registered on 20 August 1997.

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