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T209 RFS

1999 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,913 mi
Last recorded56,913 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2009
Typical for 1999 Triumph Trident20,087 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT209 RFS
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2009 56,913 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2009 56,913 miles

Rear Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2008 49,646 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 49,646 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 15 Jun 2007 39,141 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 28,113 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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T209 RFS is a 1999 Triumph Trident in Black with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 T209 RFS, 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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How do I check the history of T209 RFS?

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What year was T209 RFS registered?

T209 RFS is a 1999 Triumph Trident, first registered on 10 April 1999.

Is T209 RFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for T209 RFS shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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