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T148 ARP

1999 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

42,206 mi
Last recorded42,206 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2024
Typical for 1999 Triumph Trident20,087 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT148 ARP
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2024 42,206 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2024 42,206 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 41,279 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2020 38,303 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2018 35,298 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2017 33,606 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2016 28,647 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 26,521 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 23,413 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 23,413 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 22,406 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 22,406 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 21,558 miles

rear brake slighly binding

Pass 6 May 2011 21,031 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 21,024 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 20,146 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 18,792 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 18,100 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 15,876 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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T148 ARP is a 1999 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1999 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 20,087 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 T148 ARP, 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 27 years old, this Triumph Trident is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T148 ARP registered?

T148 ARP is a 1999 Triumph Trident, first registered on 12 April 1999.

Is T148 ARP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T148 ARP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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