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R934 KUT

1998 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

37,365 mi
Last recorded37,365 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR934 KUT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 37,365 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2026 37,352 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Rear stop light does not operate while rear position light on (4.3.3 (b))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar Left hand grip loose (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls When rear position light on (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Stretch links in chain worn NEAR FAIL (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Front mudguard holed had temp tape repair

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 37,011 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 36,999 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 35,948 miles

Nearside front brake disc bobbins have slight play

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

Pass 14 Mar 2022 35,534 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2021 34,925 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 33,834 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 33,403 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 31,351 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 30,968 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 30,972 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 29,912 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2012 29,912 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 24 Feb 2011 25,869 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 12 Aug 2009 24,383 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 24,383 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fail 3 Aug 2009 24,374 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 22,351 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 22,351 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2007 20,771 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 18,087 miles

Offside Handlebar slightly corroded. (2.1.1b)

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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R934 KUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 R934 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 R934 KUT registered?

R934 KUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 15 March 1998.

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The MOT history for R934 KUT shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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