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RKJ 340R

1977 Triumph Trident

Red Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

13,823 mi
Last recorded13,823 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2010
Typical for 1977 Triumph Trident21,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKJ 340R
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2010 13,823 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 27 May 2010 13,758 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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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RKJ 340R is a 1977 Triumph Trident in Red with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1977 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 21,879 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 RKJ 340R, 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 49 years old, this Triumph Trident is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RKJ 340R registered?

RKJ 340R is a 1977 Triumph Trident, first registered on 19 January 1977.

Is RKJ 340R safe to buy?

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