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XHP 285K

1972 Triumph Trident

Purple Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

15,373 mi
Last recorded15,373 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 1972 Triumph Trident24,316 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXHP 285K
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1972
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 15,373 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 15,373 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 14,687 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 14,477 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 14,314 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 14,277 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 14,161 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 14,018 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 13,763 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 13,751 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 13,705 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 13,664 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 13,782 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 13,640 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2005 16,810 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2005 16,810 miles

Rear 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.

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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XHP 285K is a 1972 Triumph Trident in Purple with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1972 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.2% with a typical mileage of 24,316 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 XHP 285K, 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 54 years old, this Triumph Trident is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XHP 285K registered?

XHP 285K is a 1972 Triumph Trident, first registered on 13 July 1972.

Is XHP 285K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XHP 285K shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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