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R959 KRY

1998 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

33,992 mi
Last recorded33,992 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR959 KRY
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 33,992 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 33,963 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2025 33,963 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 33,637 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 33,611 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2016 33,611 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 33,583 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 33,557 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 33,042 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 31,237 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2010 29,477 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Fail 1 Mar 2010 29,477 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 31 May 2007 28,913 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 28,913 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2006 26,072 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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R959 KRY 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 73.3%.

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 R959 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 R959 KRY registered?

R959 KRY is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R959 KRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R959 KRY shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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