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R982 LUT

1998 Triumph Trident

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

24,525 mi
Last recorded24,525 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2024
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR982 LUT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2024 24,525 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2024 24,525 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 6 Jul 2018 24,430 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 23,622 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 7 Jul 2016 23,622 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2015 22,674 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 21,953 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 20,560 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Mar 2010 20,466 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 20,376 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 21 Jun 2008 20,376 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2007 20,013 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 11 Apr 2007 20,013 miles

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

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 18,433 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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R982 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R982 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 R982 LUT registered?

R982 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 20 May 1998.

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