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L782 RPU

1994 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,563 mi
Last recorded19,563 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 1994 Triumph Trident29,480 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL782 RPU
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 19,563 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2025 19,563 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 18,057 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 18,010 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 18,002 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 17,300 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 17,300 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 16,533 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 15,978 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 15,978 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Sep 2016 15,934 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 15,934 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Fail 6 Aug 2013 15,758 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 15,758 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 15,580 miles

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

Rear 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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L782 RPU is a 1994 Triumph Trident in Green with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 Triumph Trident models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 29,480 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 L782 RPU, 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 32 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 L782 RPU registered?

L782 RPU is a 1994 Triumph Trident, first registered on 6 July 1994.

Is L782 RPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L782 RPU shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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