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R940 LUT

1998 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

7,203 mi
Last recorded7,203 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR940 LUT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 7,203 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 6,994 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 6,960 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 6,755 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 6,551 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 6,549 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 6,549 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 5,911 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Jun 2013 5,685 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 5,273 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 5,273 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2011 4,787 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 May 2010 4,653 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 3,725 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2008 1,986 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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R940 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R940 LUT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R940 LUT registered?

R940 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is R940 LUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R940 LUT shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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