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L272 UMA

1993 Triumph Trident

Red Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,971 mi
Last recorded28,971 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2011
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trident30,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL272 UMA
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2011 28,971 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 May 2010 26,020 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 May 2009 22,527 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Jun 2008 22,055 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 22,055 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 21,245 miles

left handle bar/clip-on is bent but still an mot pass.

Pass 20 Jun 2006 20,302 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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L272 UMA is a 1993 Triumph Trident in Red with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 L272 UMA, 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 L272 UMA registered?

L272 UMA is a 1993 Triumph Trident, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L272 UMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L272 UMA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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