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R953 KRY

1998 Triumph Trident

Silver Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

35,266 mi
Last recorded35,266 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2022
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR953 KRY
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2022 35,266 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 34,421 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 34,392 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 34,121 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 32,585 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 32,585 miles

Front Front position lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 32,052 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 32,052 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 31,821 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2011 31,598 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 31,598 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 31,365 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 30,195 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 29,402 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 29,101 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 26,807 miles
Fail 20 May 2006 30,588 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Nearside Headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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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R953 KRY is a 1998 Triumph Trident in Silver with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 R953 KRY, 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 R953 KRY registered?

R953 KRY is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 9 February 1998.

Is R953 KRY safe to buy?

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