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L485 VGH

1993 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

25,666 mi
Last recorded25,666 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trident30,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL485 VGH
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 25,666 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 25,560 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 24,939 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 24,525 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 24,280 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 24,093 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 23,747 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 21,947 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 20,396 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 20,358 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. To LHS (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 19,990 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 19,012 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2014 18,990 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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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L485 VGH is a 1993 Triumph Trident in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 L485 VGH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L485 VGH registered?

L485 VGH is a 1993 Triumph Trident, first registered on 18 December 1993.

Is L485 VGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for L485 VGH shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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