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S139 FVK

1998 Triumph Trident

Blue Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,960 mi
Last recorded6,960 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2011
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident21,696 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS139 FVK
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2011 6,960 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 6,441 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2007 6,425 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2007 6,425 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 6,045 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2005 5,234 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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S139 FVK is a 1998 Triumph Trident in Blue with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S139 FVK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S139 FVK?

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What year was S139 FVK registered?

S139 FVK is a 1998 Triumph Trident, first registered on 3 September 1998.

Is S139 FVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S139 FVK shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S139 FVK have outstanding finance?

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