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L981 ATA

1993 Triumph Trident

Green Petrol 885cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,878 mi
Last recorded35,878 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2012
Typical for 1993 Triumph Trident30,681 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL981 ATA
MakeTriumph
ModelTrident
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine885cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2012 35,878 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 35,779 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 35,694 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 35,694 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Mar 2009 34,242 miles

Oil leak

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

Pass 29 Oct 2007 32,580 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2007 32,580 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2005 31,464 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2005 31,464 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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L981 ATA is a 1993 Triumph Trident in Green with a 885cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 L981 ATA, 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 L981 ATA?

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What year was L981 ATA registered?

L981 ATA is a 1993 Triumph Trident, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L981 ATA safe to buy?

The MOT history for L981 ATA shows 9 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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