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R947 LUT

1998 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

31,170 mi
Last recorded31,170 miles
Recorded on7 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR947 LUT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2024 31,170 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 31,023 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 30,477 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2021 30,477 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 30,123 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 29,861 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 29,068 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 28,665 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 27,581 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 25,483 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 25,447 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 24,884 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 24,148 miles

has a nail in the rear tyre

Pass 13 Jun 2011 23,740 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 22,411 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 21,213 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 21,213 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 19,870 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 19,870 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2007 19,603 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 May 2007 19,603 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 18,741 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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R947 LUT 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 81.8%.

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 R947 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.

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What year was R947 LUT registered?

R947 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is R947 LUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R947 LUT shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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