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L853 ARU

1993 Triumph Trident

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

54,009 mi
Last recorded54,009 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2024
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trident30,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL853 ARU
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2024 54,009 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2024 54,009 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced half not working (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 49,631 miles

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2023 49,631 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 49,571 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 49,236 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2020 48,996 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 47,845 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2018 45,408 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2018 45,408 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 44,911 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2014 43,545 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 39,933 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 39,933 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 36,401 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 34,084 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 30,632 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 28,282 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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L853 ARU is a 1993 Triumph Trident in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 L853 ARU, 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

How do I check the history of L853 ARU?

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What year was L853 ARU registered?

L853 ARU is a 1993 Triumph Trident, first registered on 24 August 1993.

Is L853 ARU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L853 ARU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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