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VXE 59L

1973 Triumph Trident

Red Petrol 741cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

50,647 mi
Last recorded50,647 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 1973 Triumph Trident23,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVXE 59L
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine741cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 50,647 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2024 50,378 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 49,833 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 49,599 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 48,245 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 47,154 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2019 45,680 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 43,547 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 43,172 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 42,755 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 42,622 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 42,458 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 42,458 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 42,029 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 41,648 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 41,369 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 40,743 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 40,501 miles

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 40,197 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 39,332 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2006 37,495 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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VXE 59L is a 1973 Triumph Trident in Red with a 741cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1973 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 23,468 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VXE 59L, 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 53 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 VXE 59L registered?

VXE 59L is a 1973 Triumph Trident, first registered on 12 July 1973.

Is VXE 59L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VXE 59L shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VXE 59L have outstanding finance?

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