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L259 YNR

1993 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 1180cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

31,303 mi
Last recorded31,303 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trident30,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL259 YNR
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,180cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 31,303 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 31,203 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 30,878 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 30,173 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower shock absorber mounts and pivot bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2022 30,173 miles

Central Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower shock absorber mounts and pivot bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 29,838 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Sep 2020 29,835 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2019 29,592 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 26,068 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 26,068 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 25,614 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 25,590 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 25,145 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 25,054 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 24,962 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2011 24,759 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 24,429 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 24,167 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 23,787 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 23,444 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 23,417 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2006 22,272 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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L259 YNR is a 1993 Triumph Trident in Black with a 1,180cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 L259 YNR, 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 L259 YNR registered?

L259 YNR is a 1993 Triumph Trident, first registered on 1 August 1993.

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The MOT history for L259 YNR shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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