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R973 LUT

1998 Triumph Trident

Blue Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

10,036 mi
Last recorded10,036 miles
Recorded on16 May 2023
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR973 LUT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2023 10,036 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 9,969 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 9,755 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 9,687 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 9,473 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 9,403 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 9,403 miles

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2017 9,330 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2017 9,330 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2016 9,202 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2015 9,088 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 8,961 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 8,848 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2011 8,741 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2010 8,154 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2009 8,068 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2008 7,993 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2007 7,529 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2006 7,471 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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R973 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident in Blue with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 R973 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 R973 LUT registered?

R973 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 20 May 1998.

Is R973 LUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R973 LUT shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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