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R986 LUT

1998 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

17,658 mi
Last recorded17,658 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR986 LUT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2019 17,658 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2018 17,087 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2018 17,087 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Mar 2017 16,244 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2016 16,031 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 15,733 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 15,190 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 14,790 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2012 14,412 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2010 13,892 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 13,412 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 12,384 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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R986 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R986 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 R986 LUT registered?

R986 LUT is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 20 May 1998.

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The MOT history for R986 LUT shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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