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UWX 420R

1977 Triumph Trident

White Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

10,892 mi
Last recorded10,892 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 1977 Triumph Trident21,879 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUWX 420R
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1977
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 10,892 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 10,891 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 10,888 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 10,888 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2007 10,549 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 24,500 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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UWX 420R is a 1977 Triumph Trident in White with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UWX 420R, 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.

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What year was UWX 420R registered?

UWX 420R is a 1977 Triumph Trident, first registered on 8 June 1977.

Is UWX 420R safe to buy?

The MOT history for UWX 420R 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 UWX 420R have outstanding finance?

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