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L783 YTT

1993 Triumph Trident

Blue Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60,257 mi
Last recorded60,257 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2019
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trident30,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL783 YTT
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2019 60,257 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2018 60,186 miles

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

one front position bulb not working

Fail 12 Mar 2018 60,186 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

one front position bulb not working

Pass 28 Mar 2017 59,619 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

one front position bulb not working

Pass 6 Oct 2014 58,619 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 57,847 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2014 57,847 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 57,871 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 57,871 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 56,016 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 53,788 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 52,566 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 49,726 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2007 47,979 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 32,563 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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L783 YTT is a 1993 Triumph Trident in Blue with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 L783 YTT, 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 L783 YTT registered?

L783 YTT is a 1993 Triumph Trident, first registered on 15 September 1993.

Is L783 YTT safe to buy?

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