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L696 BFV

1993 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

50,826 mi
Last recorded50,826 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2021
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trident30,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL696 BFV
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2021 50,826 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2019 49,555 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 49,555 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2016 49,415 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 49,415 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 49,244 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.2.B2a)

Fail 13 Mar 2015 49,244 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.2.B2a)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 49,118 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 49,019 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 49,003 miles

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

Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 48,871 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front tyre cracking

rear tyre cracking

Fail 27 Mar 2012 48,855 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front tyre cracking

rear tyre cracking

Pass 16 Feb 2011 48,344 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak

inlet rubbers found lightly crazed, other non visable rubber parts may be in need of inspection/replacement.

Pass 12 Feb 2010 47,935 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 11 Feb 2010 47,934 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2009 47,746 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 46,484 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 44,729 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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L696 BFV is a 1993 Triumph Trident in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 L696 BFV, 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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L696 BFV is a 1993 Triumph Trident, first registered on 1 August 1993.

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