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S301 BDM

1998 Triumph Trident Sprint

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2015
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,244 mi
Last recorded26,244 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2014
Typical for 1998 Triumph Trident Sprint25,403 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS301 BDM
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident Sprint
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2014 26,244 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 26,110 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2010 25,560 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 25,449 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 24,073 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 22,093 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 19,876 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 16,405 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Trident Sprint?

Based on 1,029 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
718
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
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S301 BDM is a 1998 Triumph Trident Sprint in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Triumph Trident Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 25,403 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Trident Sprint fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S301 BDM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Trident Sprint typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Triumph Trident Sprint is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S301 BDM registered?

S301 BDM is a 1998 Triumph Trident Sprint, first registered on 7 September 1998.

Is S301 BDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S301 BDM shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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