MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
42,973 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
How Reliable is the Triumph Trident?
Based on 29,119 MOT tests across 5,167 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VGT 26R is a 1977 Triumph Trident in Yellow with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.
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 VGT 26R, 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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How do I check the history of VGT 26R?
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What year was VGT 26R registered?
VGT 26R is a 1977 Triumph Trident, first registered on 2 June 1977.
Is VGT 26R safe to buy?
The MOT history for VGT 26R shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VGT 26R have outstanding finance?
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