MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
23,502 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both stantions (2.3.3)
Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)
Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)
Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)
Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Triumph Trident?
Based on 29,119 MOT tests across 5,167 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VFM 498R is a 1977 Triumph Trident in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.
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 VFM 498R, 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 VFM 498R registered?
VFM 498R is a 1977 Triumph Trident, first registered on 17 March 1977.
Is VFM 498R safe to buy?
The MOT history for VFM 498R shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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