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K979 WTT

1993 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

49,828 mi
Last recorded49,828 miles
Recorded on18 May 2010
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trident30,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK979 WTT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2010 49,828 miles

Bolt missing from rear carrier.

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

One stop lamp bulb out.

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Right front & rear footrests missing rubbers.

Pass 2 Oct 2009 49,776 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

One stoplight bulb out

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

Pass 10 Oct 2008 49,157 miles

One front sidelight out. Front & rear left footrests missing rubbers. One rear carrier bolt missing.

Pass 3 Oct 2007 47,189 miles

1) O/side headlight dip not working. †2) O/side sidelight not working. †3) Front pads low. †4) Rear pads low. †5) Rear tyre near to legal limit.

Pass 15 Sep 2006 40,862 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 11 Sep 2006 40,862 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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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K979 WTT is a 1993 Triumph Trident in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1993 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 30,681 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 K979 WTT, 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 33 years old, this Triumph Trident is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K979 WTT registered?

K979 WTT is a 1993 Triumph Trident, first registered on 29 May 1993.

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