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GDH 505N

1974 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 741cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2022
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,284 mi
Last recorded40,284 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2021
Typical for 1974 Triumph Trident26,179 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDH 505N
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine741cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 4 Dec 2021 40,284 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 39,364 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 38,418 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2018 37,630 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 36,581 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 34,930 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2015 33,282 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 31,406 miles

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

Seat does not catch down.

Pass 5 Dec 2013 29,624 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2012 27,774 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 27,528 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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GDH 505N is a 1974 Triumph Trident in Black with a 741cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.6% with a typical mileage of 26,179 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 GDH 505N, 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 52 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 GDH 505N registered?

GDH 505N is a 1974 Triumph Trident, first registered on 24 October 1974.

Is GDH 505N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GDH 505N shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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