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TLN 380R

1977 Triumph Trident

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

19,335 mi
Last recorded19,335 miles
Recorded on17 May 2013
Typical for 1977 Triumph Trident21,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLN 380R
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 17 May 2013 19,335 miles

Front Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Pass 17 May 2013 19,335 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 19,311 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 18,125 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 16,613 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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TLN 380R is a 1977 Triumph Trident in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 TLN 380R, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TLN 380R registered?

TLN 380R is a 1977 Triumph Trident, first registered on 1 May 1977.

Is TLN 380R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TLN 380R shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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