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V213 UBD

1999 Triumph Trident

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

41,407 mi
Last recorded41,407 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2014
Typical for 1999 Triumph Trident20,087 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV213 UBD
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2014 41,407 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 5 May 2013 39,442 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 May 2013 39,442 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 36,058 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2010 32,830 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 32,810 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2009 27,902 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2009 27,902 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Jan 2008 21,224 miles

Drive chain worn

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

One tail lamp inop

Fail 28 Jan 2008 21,224 miles

Drive chain worn

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

One tail lamp inop

Pass 16 Jun 2007 18,473 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2006 17,209 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 15,428 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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V213 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Trident in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 V213 UBD, 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 V213 UBD registered?

V213 UBD is a 1999 Triumph Trident, first registered on 21 September 1999.

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